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PhD Electrical and Computer Engineering (Concentration in Software Engineering) at Carleton University

Carleton University, Canada

Programme overview

PhD Electrical and Computer Engineering (Concentration in Software Engineering) is a 1.5-credit doctoral programme in the 2026-27 Carleton University calendar, offered by the Department of Electronics.

Department: Department of Electronics  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

What you will study

The programme totals 1.5 credits. Required courses include Simulation and Modeling (SYSC 5001), Optimization for Engineering Applications (SYSC 5004), Design of High Performance Software (SYSC 5101), Software Agents (SYSC 5103).

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Application information

Entry requirements

The normal requirement for admission into the Ph.D. program is a master's degree with thesis in electrical engineering or a related discipline.

Graduate programmes normally admit to the fall (September) term; some programmes also consider applicants for the winter (January) or summer (May) terms.

Apply online through Carleton360. Applications for most programmes for the upcoming Fall, Winter and Summer terms open on 1 June. Most programmes have two deadlines per term: the first for guaranteed consideration of admission and funding, the second if space and funds remain. Application fee: C$125, non-refundable, paid by credit card and not waived.

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