- For the degree granted by Soviet institutions, see Doctor of Sciences.
Doctor of Science (
Latin:
Scientiæ Doctor), usually abbreviated
Sc.D.,
D.Sc.,
S.D.,
D.S., or
Dr.Sc., is an academic research degree awarded in a number of countries throughout the world. In some countries, "Doctor of Science" is the title used for the standard doctorate in the sciences; elsewhere the Sc.D. is a "
higher doctorate" awarded in recognition of a substantial and sustained contribution to scientific knowledge beyond that required for a
Ph.D. It may also be awarded as an honorary degree.
