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Computer Engineering (PhD) at University of Southern California

University of Southern California, United States

Programme overview

The PhD in Computer Engineering follows the same requirements as the PhD in Electrical Engineering, with computer engineering as the major field. Screening and qualifying examinations are administered by the computer engineering faculty.

Duration: Minimum 60 units  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Los Angeles, CA, United States

What you will study

Of 60 units, at least two courses come from the Theory Area (such as Machine Learning, Analysis of Algorithms, Probability for Electrical and Computer Engineers), at least one each from Hardware, Software and Systems areas, and one additional course from those three. Students also take one semester of EE 698 Doctoral Seminar.

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Application information

Duration: Minimum 60 units

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