Overview

About the programme

As a world-leader in the research areas of power semiconductor technology and devices, power electronics, nanotechnology and biometrics, and advanced numerical modelling of micro and nanoelectronic devices, Swansea University provides an excellent base for your research as a PhD student in Electronic and Electrical Engineering.

Programme Structure

Previous projects have included:

Parallel 3D Finite Element Monte Carlo Device Simulations Of Multigate Transistors
Modelling of Metal-Semiconductor Contacts for the Next Generation of Nanoscale Transistors
Novel GaN HEMT Switches for Power Management: Device Design, Optimization and Reliability Issues

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 72 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-08-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-04-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-02-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-07-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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88

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Swansea, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Electrical Engineering Electronics & Embedded Technology View 23 other PhDs in Electrical Engineering in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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88

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants for PhD must normally hold an undergraduate degree at 2.1 level (or Non-UK equivalent as defined by Swansea University) in Engineering or similar relevant science discipline.
As well as academic qualifications, Admissions decisions may be based on other factors, including (but not limited to): the standard of the research synopsis/proposal, performance at interview, intensity of competition for limited places, and relevant professional experience.
Non UK/EU applicants are required to obtain ATAS clearance for this programme of study.
As standard, two references are required before we can progress applications to the College/School research programme Admissions Tutor for consideration.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

25000 GBP / year

≈ 25000 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

5156 GBP / year

≈ 5156 GBP / year

Living costs

Swansea

United Kingdom

727 - 1379 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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