Doctoral Programme in Computing and Electrical Engineering, 240 cr

Upon completion of a doctorate in the field of computing and electrical engineering, doctoral graduates will

• be fully conversant with their own field of research and the related developments, basic problems and research methods and have the ability to generate new scientific knowledge independently and creatively

• understand the multidimensional nature of scientific knowledge

• adhere to the ethical principles or research and good research practice and promote open access to scientific knowledge

• have the knowledge and skills to independently develop, implement and lead collaborative activities and projects in multilingual and multicultural settings

• be familiar with research funding opportunities and have the ability to generate funding

• be well versed in the conventions of scientific discourse and communication and possess social interaction and networking skills that are required in different operating environments

• have the ability to enhance the societal impact of research

• be able to advance their careers across a broad range of employment sectors

The Doctoral Programme of Computing and Electrical Engineering is operating in an international and multidisciplinary science community providing young scholars with facilities to enhance their research careers and occupy demanding specialist positions in the industry and academia. Doctoral studies provide an excellent theoretical and technical training upon which you can build the future career at the highest national and international level.

Through rigorous research within the chosen field, you have the opportunity to impact economic and social change by proposing solutions to current industry-relevant issues. Digital operating environment and energy and co-efficiency are the main focus areas in engineering and technology of the Faculty strategy in which the doctoral training and research contributes to. Energization, virtualization and humanization are other identified trending areas. The core competences within these trending topics rely on deep understanding developed within the Faculty in areas of smart grids and power electronics, wireless communications and networks, signal processing, embedded systems and electronics.

We will be encouraging you to seek research collaboration within the University as well as nationally and internationally.

Programme-specific (DPCEE) information and guidelines on the Student’s Guide:

Doctoral Programme in CEE (key information and contacts)

Gaining credits in doctoral studies (personal special credits)

Personal study plan (PSP)

Curriculum of doctoral studies

Doctoral dissertation (structure and contents)