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Doctor of Engineering (Electronic and Computer Engineering) at Durban University of Technology

Durban University of Technology, South Africa

Programme overview

The Doctor of Engineering is an NQF Level 10 doctoral research qualification in electronic and computer engineering, combining academic research and scholarship with engineering practice. Candidates complete advanced independent research under supervision and submit a doctoral thesis.

Faculty: Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment  |  Department: Department of Electronic and Computer Engineering  |  Duration: Minimum 2 years, maximum 4 years  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

What you will study

Research focus areas include optical networks and network security, applied computational intelligence, bio-engineering, artificial intelligence, machine learning, control systems, measurement and instrumentation, digital signal and image processing, RF and microwave systems and radio astronomy.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Master of Engineering (MEng) degree or an appropriate or related NQF Level 9 engineering qualification.

Tuition is charged per module, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Duration: Minimum 2 years, Maximum 4 years

Apply through the official page: https://onlineapps.dut.ac.za/

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