Postgraduate research in electronic engineering
The Department of Electronic Engineering has a world-class reputation for research. The latest (2008) Research Assessment Exercise (RAE) ranks Electronic Engineering at Surrey both as the largest and amongst the very best in terms of quality, with 40 per cent of the research being classified as 4* (world leading) and a further 30 per cent as 3* (internationally excellent).
The excellence of our research is recognised by prestigious prizes from both industry and government bodies, nationally and internationally. We have a strong track record of funding from UK research councils and the European Union. Furthermore we have very strong working relationships with industry and other stakeholders, which provide substantial income for research.
PhD Programme
There are almost 300 PhD students within the Department who undertake their research in the four centres described below. Most doctoral research is offered by PhD, although some EngDs may be available. The Department also has a new EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training on Applications of Next Generation Accelerators in collaboration with the Universities of Strathclyde and Huddersfield and Queens University Belfast.
Entry Standards
A First or Upper Second class degree in engineering or physical sciences, or equivalent overseas qualification, or a Lower Second plus a good Masters degree (distinction normally required). Students are initially registered for a PhD with probationary status and, subject to satisfactory progress, subsequently confirmed as having PhD status. Non-native speakers of English will normally be required to have IELTS 6.5 or above (or equivalent).
Funding
The Faculty has a number of fully funded PhD studentships for suitably qualified UK and EU nationals who can demonstrate the appropriate residency requirements. Other funding opportunities also exist within different research centres.
Fees
Please note: fees for 2012/13 will be published online in Spring 2012.
Programme length
36–48 months full-time
45–96 months part-time
In suitably qualified cases, provision can also be made for a collaborative degree in conjunction with work elsewhere, whilst the student remains in full employment.
Start date
1 October, 1 January, 1 April, 1 July
Research director
For general enquiries
T: 0800 980 3200 or
+44 (0)1483 681681
E: pg-enquiries@surrey.ac.uk
For admissions enquiries
T: +44 (0)1483 686128
E: gradschoolfeps@surrey.ac.uk