Program Overview

PhD Electronic Systems Engineering

Overview

The PhD Electronic Systems Engineering is a four-year research degree that combines skills and enhanced subject-specific research proposals to give students the best underpinning for their doctoral studies. The course is designed for students who do not have English as a first language and may have been studying in a different country or out of a traditional academic environment for some time. The core aim of the course is for students to refine English language for scholarly communication, enhance academic skills for postgraduate study, hone higher-level research skills, and master how to study and manage academic work in the UK context.

Entry Requirements

UK Entry Requirements

• A good honours degree, or international equivalent, in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Networks, Computer Games, Computing, Software Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunication Engineering, Information Engineering, Automation, Mechatronic Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics.
• Graduates of Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Networks, Computer Games, Computing, Software Engineering must have studied:
  • ONE programming module (e.g., C, C#, C++, Java, Python, Object-Oriented programming, Advanced Programming)
  • ONE maths module (e.g., Mathematics, Calculus, Algebra, Differential Equations)
  • and ONE other computing-related module (e.g., Database, Web development, Software engineering, Operating system, Computer architecture, Computer systems)
• Graduates of Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunication Engineering, Automation, Mechatronic Engineering, Mathematics, Physics must have studied:
  • ONE programming module (e.g., C, C#, C++, Java, Python, Object-Oriented programming, Advanced Programming)
  • ONE maths module (e.g., Mathematics, Calculus, Algebra, Differential Equations)
  • and ONE other math module (e.g., Mathematics, Calculus, Algebra, Differential Equations, Probability and statistics, Signals and systems, Control theory, Control systems, Computer systems, Embedded systems, Microprocessors)

International & EU Entry Requirements

We accept a wide range of qualifications from applicants studying in the EU and other countries.

English Language Requirements

If English is not your first language, then we will require you to have IELTS 5.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component.

Structure

Course Structure

Most of our taught courses combine compulsory and optional modules, giving you freedom to pursue your own interests. The research element of your degree doesn't have a taught structure, giving you the chance to investigate your chosen topic in real depth and reach a profound understanding.

Components and Modules

• Components: Blocks of study that make up your course. A component may have a set module which you must study, or a number of modules from which you can choose.
• Modules: Individual units of study for your course. Each module has its own set of learning outcomes and assessment criteria and also carries a certain number of credits.

Year 1 Components

• COMPONENT 01: COMPULSORY: Computing and Electronic Systems - Research (0 credits)
• COMPONENT 01: CORE: English Language and Communication Skills for Postgraduate Studies (45 credits)
• COMPONENT 02: CORE: Academic Skills for Postgraduate Research (45 credits)
• COMPONENT 03: CORE: Professional Practice and Research Methodology (15 credits)
• COMPONENT 04: CORE: Research Proposal (15 credits)

Fees and Funding

Home/UK Fee

Ł5,238 per year

International Fee

Ł20,625 per year

Scholarships and Financial Support

There may be scholarships, bursaries, or discounts available to help with the cost of this course.

What's Next

Open Days

We hold Open Days for all our applicants throughout the year. Our Colchester Campus events are a great way to find out more about studying at Essex.

Applying

You can apply for this postgraduate course online. Before you apply, please check our information about necessary documents that we'll ask you to provide as part of your application.

Related Courses

• MPhil Electronic Systems Engineering
• PhD Electronic Systems Engineering
• MSc (by Dissertation) Electronic Systems Engineering