Electrical and Computer Engineering - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

Conduct research in one of our 14 areas of specialization and generate new knowledge to shape the future with the PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering program.

Electrical and Computer Engineering is at the core of almost everything. Through coursework, original research and a thesis, you’ll explore creative and innovative solutions for the everyday needs of society spanning from communications to energy and technology. Throughout the program, you will be guided by our internationally recognized faculty and researchers.

You will have the opportunity to work in our world-class research labs and centres, establish connections with our partners in industry and access a suite of competitive funding opportunities. You will be prepared for a career in academia, leading engineering firms, corporations or government agencies.

Research fields

• Antennas, Microwaves and Wave Optics
• Biomedical
• Circuits and Systems Including Computer - Aided Design
• Communications and Information Systems
• Computer Hardware
• Computer Software
• Nanotechnology
• Pattern Analysis and Machine Intelligence (PAMI)
• Power and Energy Systems
• Quantum Information
• Silicon Devices and Integrated Circuits
• Systems and Control
• Very Large Scale Integration (VLSI)
• Wireless Communication