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PhD Electrical and Computer Engineering at University of Toronto

University of Toronto, Canada

Programme overview

PhD Electrical and Computer Engineering is a graduate programme (Doctor of Philosophy) in the Electrical and Computer Engineering graduate unit of the School of Graduate Studies at the University of Toronto. Length: 4 years full-time. Mode of delivery: In person.

Faculty: School of Graduate Studies  |  Department: Electrical and Computer Engineering  |  Duration: 4 years full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada

What you will study

Coursework. Normally, students who enter the PhD with a master's degree will complete 2.5 full-course equivalents (FCEs) not previously used for other degree credit. Students may receive a course reduction of up to 1.0 FCE depending on their PhD research needs in relation to their studies at the master's level. The number of required courses will be determin

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission may be granted for applicants with a University of Toronto master's degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering with an overall average of at least B+, or its equivalent from a recognized university. The department must be satisfied of the student's ability to do advanced research before admission may be granted. Admission may be granted by direct entry for exceptionally qualified students with an appropriate bachelor's degree from a recognized university. The department must be satisfied of the student's ability to do advanced research before admission may be granted.

Graduate applications are made online through GradApp; deadlines vary by program and are set by each graduate unit. The application fee is CDN $135, non-refundable, and a supplementary application fee may apply depending on the program.

Apply through the official page: https://future.utoronto.ca/applying

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