Swansea University

Electronic and Electrical Engineering, Ph.D. Distance Learning

Swansea UniversityBay Campus, United Kingdom

Course overview

The Distance Learning PhD in Electronic and Electrical Engineering has the same level of challenge as the on-site PhD study. The difference is that the research topic must be set in the way that the research is done remotely. The remote postgraduate research assumes that no work can be done in person in the laboratory including fabrication, characterisation, and experiment set-up.

If the research topic involves fabrication, characterisation, and experiment set-up, the PhD study must be conducted in-person in order to be physically present in the laboratory or the cleanroom. The remote postgraduate research is likely to be using commercial software tools, open-source software, or in-house developed software, even other remotely performed research work can be envisaged depending on the ideas of a supervisor. Some practical design and test work can be done at home if the parts can be purchased online or delivered by post.

The Distance Learning PhD in Electronic and Electrical Engineering has these requirements for distance learning PhD students: A strict attendance of regular meetings with your supervisor - minimum once a month Remote participation in the research-related activities at the faculty and at the school, including regular monthly PhD research seminars and the university/faculty/school/department organised research events Demonstration of a solid internet connection for the duration of PhD study Operating post or delivery service at the location of the PhD study Start dates: PhD/MPhil - 1st October, 1st January, 1st April & 1st July. As a world-leader in the research areas of power semiconductor technology and devices, power electronics, nanotechnology and biometrics, and advanced numerical modelling of micro and nanoelectronic devices, Swansea University provides an excellent base for your research as a PhD or MPhil student in Electronic and Electrical Engineering. The PhD in Electronic and Electrical Engineering have expertise in a broad range of topics.

See our Research Expertise. Previous projects have included: Molecular dynamics simulations of nanoclusters in neuromorphic systems Forecasting and Prediction of Solar Energy Generation using Machine Learning Techniques Design and Implementation of Control Techniques of Power Electronic Interfaces for Photovoltaic Power Systems Design of Ancillary Services for Battery Energy Storage Systems to Mitigate Voltage Unbalance in Power Distribution Networks Parallel 3D Finite Element Monte Carlo Device Simulations Of Multigate Transistors Modelling of Metal-Semiconductor Contacts for the Next Generation of Nanoscale Transistors Novel GaN HEMT Switches for Power Management: Device Design, Optimization and Reliability Issues

Key highlights

  • Research conducted remotely using commercial, open-source or in-house software tools
  • Monthly supervisor meetings and remote participation in PhD research seminars
  • Some practical design and test work possible at home
  • Research strengths in power electronics, nanotechnology and power semiconductor devices
  • Past projects include machine learning forecasting of solar energy generation
  • Advanced numerical modelling of micro and nanoelectronic devices

Entry requirements

  • Degree: 2:1 — or above

Scholarships

  • Chevening Scholarships

  • International Postgraduate Alumni Bursaries

    First Class - £5,000 per year; Second Class, First division - £3,000 per year; Second Class, Second division - £1,000 per year; Taught Masters to Research Degree - £3,000 per year subject to satisfactory progress.

  • Swansea University International Postgraduate Research Excellence Scholarship (SUIPRES)

    The SUIPRES Scholarship covers the difference between the International and the Home tuition fee rate for the duration of the PhD/Professional Doctorate programme.

Careers this course leads to

  • Research scientist
  • Electronic engineer
  • Electrical engineer
  • Power electronics engineer
  • Semiconductor device engineer
  • University lecturer

Cost of study

UK/Home: £5,238 per year | International: £23,800 per year

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Swansea University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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