PhD Sensors, Signals and Systems
Heriot-Watt University
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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Heriot Watt University - Edinburgh Campus

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DEC-26

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3 Years

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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Heriot Watt University - Edinburgh Campus

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DEC-27

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3 Years

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Heriot Watt University - Edinburgh Campus

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DEC-26

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3 Years

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The Institute of Sensors, Signals and System’s (ISSS) vision is to provide a continuum of expertise in electronic systems ranging from sensors and system design, manufacturing and test and the processing of information used and generated by these systems. As a research student here you will benefit from opportunities to collaborate with renowned research centres in the UK, Europe and the US through focused projects and exchange agreements. You might also be part of the two Centres of Doctoral ...Read more

The Institute of Sensors, Signals and System’s (ISSS) vision is to provide a continuum of expertise in electronic systems ranging from sensors and system design, manufacturing and test and the processing of information used and generated by these systems. As a research student here you will benefit from opportunities to collaborate with renowned research centres in the UK, Europe and the US through focused projects and exchange agreements. You might also be part of the two Centres of Doctoral Training in Robotics and Autonomous Systems, and in Embedded Intelligence. You will also become a member of the Edinburgh Research Partnership, giving you access to a wide range of expertise and support across two universities.

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33/279
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25th

Entry requirements

Self-funded or externally-funded prospective students can apply for a place of study at any time throughout the year, with decisions being based on the experience and potential of the applicant and the fit of the research proposal to the School's strategic priorities.

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£5,151 per year

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Students from England

£5,151 per year

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£5,151 per year

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£5,151 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

£26,296 per year

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Heriot-Watt University
Heriot-Watt University , Edinburgh

Heriot-Watt University has a 200-year history, and over that time has cultivated an outstanding reputation for its quality of teaching...

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Heriot-Watt University
Riccarton, Edinburgh Edinburgh Scotland EH14 4AS United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Curriehill  0.4 miles away
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