Overview

Computers now involve not only computation, but multi-modal sensing, signal processing, machine learning, communications and cyber-physical systems. Functions that were previously considered to be strictly software or strictly hardware can no longer be distinguished in that way.

About the program

Providing hands-on experience through projects within their coursework, and through collaborations with leading researchers, the Computer Engineering program at North Carolina State University provides an in-depth understanding of the concepts of digital and mixed-signal integrated circuit design; of computer architecture, networks, and system software; and of cutting-edge machine learning techniques.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Information Theory
Advanced Digital Communications Systems
Computer Vision
Signal Processing for Communications & Networking
Advanced Topics in Internet Protocols
Advanced Network Security
Topics in Advanced Computer Design
Advanced Computer Architecture: Data Parallel Processors
Cellular and Telecommunications Security

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 120 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-09 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

72 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Raleigh, United States

Disciplines

Computer Sciences View 227 other PhDs in Computer Sciences in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.2

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Required

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Other requirements

General requirements

Admission to the Ph.D. program requires a B.S. or M.S. in electrical engineering, computer engineering or computer science with an expectation of an overall GPA of at least 3.25.
The GRE is required for all programs of study but might be waived for NC State graduates or graduates from other US ABET accredited schools with good GPAs.
Admission is further limited by available room in the elected program of study, and meeting the minimum requirements as given above does not guarantee admission.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

12607 USD / year

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Out-of-State

12607 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

4089 USD / year

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Living costs

Raleigh

United States

1085 - 1853 USD / month

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