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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
College Lane campus - University of Hertfordshire
Full Time
DEC-24
3 years
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
College Lane campus - University of Hertfordshire
Full Time
MAY-25
3 years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
College Lane campus - University of Hertfordshire
Full Time
JUN-25
3 years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
College Lane campus - University of Hertfordshire
Full Time
MAR-25
3 years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
College Lane campus - University of Hertfordshire
Full Time
APR-25
3 years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
College Lane campus - University of Hertfordshire
Full Time
JAN-25
3 years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
College Lane campus - University of Hertfordshire
Full Time
FEB-25
3 years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
College Lane campus - University of Hertfordshire
Full Time
JUL-25
3 years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
College Lane campus - University of Hertfordshire
Full Time
DEC-24
3 years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
College Lane campus - University of Hertfordshire
Part Time
JAN-25
6 years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
College Lane campus - University of Hertfordshire
Part Time
MAR-25
6 years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
College Lane campus - University of Hertfordshire
Part Time
DEC-24
6 years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
College Lane campus - University of Hertfordshire
Part Time
JUL-25
6 years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
College Lane campus - University of Hertfordshire
Part Time
JUN-25
6 years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
College Lane campus - University of Hertfordshire
Part Time
APR-25
6 years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
College Lane campus - University of Hertfordshire
Part Time
MAY-25
6 years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
College Lane campus - University of Hertfordshire
Part Time
FEB-25
6 years
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About the course
To conduct research and provide contribution to knowledge and innovation in areas relevant to Optical Communications and Networks and associated technologies. In particular in Optical and Wireless Network Architectures, Next-Generation Passive Optical networks (NGPONs), MAC protocols and algorithms for NGPONs, 5G Radio Access Networks, Crosshaul (xhaul) Networks, Software Defined Networks (SDN) and Satellite IP Networks.
What’s next for my career?
Our PhD programmes enable students to develop specialist research skills and knowledge. We aim to provide PhD projects that will challenge and in some cases even inspire our students. If you are self-motivated and want to improve your ability to understand and solve engineering problems, then a PhD with us may be right for you.
Applicants must have a First class Honours BEng in Electrical, Electronic and Communications Engineering, Computer Science or Maths. Exceptional candidates with a 1st Division, 2.1 qualification may be considered. Personal attributes including a drive to conduct research, self-motivation and the ability to work independently and within a team are essential.
Students living in
Domestic
£5,925 per year
Students from Domestic
This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)
£16,750 per year
Students from EU
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.
£16,750 per year
Students from International
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.
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