PhD Electronic and Computer Engineering

Brunel’s PhD in Electronic and Computer Engineering is a three-year full-time or six-year part-time research degree. It teaches areas such as wireless and satellite communications, control systems, robotics, signal and image processing, AI, computer networks, instrumentation and electronics. Students of this course are a part of research groups like Electronics Systems, Sensors & Measurement, Power Systems, Wireless & Computer Communication.

Learning is done through independent and supervised research and involves regularly presenting progress, submitting a thesis, and facing a viva voce defence. Students are assessed based on research output, their written thesis, and feedback from their supervisory team, with potential assistance through publications and conferences.

This programme includes access to specialist labs, funding options, and dedicated PhD training with entry points in January, April or October.

Brunel University London was founded in 1966 and has been part of the University of London since 2024. It is a public research university based in Uxbridge, West London. It has approximately 16,000 students, outstanding facilities and a leafy single-site campus with easy access to central London. The university offers both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes not only in engineering, but also in Medicine, Law, Business, Arts, and more.

Applicants for a PhD in Electronic and Computer Engineering in Brunel University London must submit a personal statement explaining their reason for applying for the course, with a reference from an academic or employer and an option to attach their CV to show work experience.

Grade Requirements:

• Applicants need a first or upper second-class (2:1) honours degree in electronic or computer engineering or related disciplines.
• A lower degree is acceptable if you have relevant professional or research experience.

English Proficiency:

• Applicants who are not from English English-speaking background need an overall IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum 6.0 in each section.
• Applicants with an equivalent test, such as TOEFL or PTE, are accepted

International students for a PhD in Electronic and Computer Engineering at Brunel University London pay £24,795 per year for their tuition fee.

Brunel offers various doctoral funding options, one of such is the Dean’s International PhD Scholarship (Engineering), which is specifically for full-time international PhD students in eligible engineering departments, including the College of Engineering, Design & Physical Sciences. It offers a £2,000 tuition-fee waiver per academic year, and is automatically awarded once you accept a place in an eligible PhD programme.

Graduates of the PhD in Electronic and Computer Engineering from Brunel University London pursue careers such as:

• Research Engineer
• University Lecturer
• Systems Architect
• Robotics Engineer
• Data Scientist / AI Specialist

Applicants for a PhD in Electronic and Computer Engineering at Brunel University London should visit the school's application portal to apply. You can speak to one of our trained counsellors for guidance.