Information and Communication Systems PhD
University of Surrey
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University of Surrey, Stag Hill - Guildford

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University of Surrey, Stag Hill - Guildford

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JAN-26

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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University of Surrey, Stag Hill - Guildford

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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University of Surrey, Stag Hill - Guildford

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APR-26

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8 Years

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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University of Surrey, Stag Hill - Guildford

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JAN-26

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8 Years

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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University of Surrey, Stag Hill - Guildford

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OCT-26

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8 Years

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You’ll be taught by leading experts in the field, become part of our thriving community of academics, researchers and PhD students, and gain excellent employment prospects. We’re specialists in mobile and wireless technologies, including satellite communications and networks, internet of things, cyber security, and future network architectures and protocols. As home to the 5G/6GIC, we’re recognised as world leaders in end-to-end research and practical implementation for 5G/6G mobile ...Read more

You’ll be taught by leading experts in the field, become part of our thriving community of academics, researchers and PhD students, and gain excellent employment prospects. We’re specialists in mobile and wireless technologies, including satellite communications and networks, internet of things, cyber security, and future network architectures and protocols. As home to the 5G/6GIC, we’re recognised as world leaders in end-to-end research and practical implementation for 5G/6G mobile communications and beyond. Our strong track record in research includes high-quality publications, patents and world-class implementations. We’re heavily involved in collaborative research across the UK, Europe, Asia and the Americas, funded by governments and industry. Our PhD graduates secure good positions across industry and academia in the UK and worldwide. It normally takes three to four years of full-time study to complete this PhD. Your research can be based on a topic of your choice, or may be dictated by industry sponsorship or government funding. You’ll be assigned two supervisors, who’ll guide you through your studies. Your supervisors will give you direction and experience of the cutting-edge technologies in their areas of expertise. They’ll also give you the support you need to complete your PhD, from giving you guidance and feedback on your work to helping you frame your research proposal. Though you’ll primarily be in contact with your two supervisors, you’ll also work with other staff within ICS and you may have the opportunity to become a team member on research projects.

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36/279
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29th
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19th
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Alireza
14 Nov 24

Best is green campus Its not the worst however there is a lack of collaboration..Read more

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15 Nov 23

Brilliant students environment..Read more

Entry requirements

Applicants are expected to hold a first or upper second-class (2:1) UK degree in a relevant discipline (or equivalent overseas qualification), or a lower-second (2:2) UK degree plus a good UK masters degree - distinction normally required (or equivalent overseas qualification).

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£5,006 per year

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£27,200 per year

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Long Stay Accommodation for Students (Shared Duplex) Fee - 74.00 Per Week

£27,200 per year

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Long Stay Accommodation for Students (Shared Duplex) Fee - 74.00 Per Week

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Best is green campus Its not the worst however there is a lack of collaboration...
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Information and Communication Systems PhD
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University of Surrey
University of Surrey , Guildford

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