Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering - Electrical and Electronic

Communications and Electronics Research at ECU concentrates on both fundamental and applied research to develop new technologies for next generation wireless communication systems and environmental monitoring applicationsThe other major area of research includes renewable energy integration in power grids and relevant energy management techniques Specific postgraduate research topics are developed in conjunction with the postgraduate coordinator or potential supervisor however applications are particularly encouraged from those with an interest in Green Communication Technologies 5G systems and Beyond Sensing Technologies for Environmental Monitoring Applications Renewable Energy Integration in Power Grids Smart Grid and Energy Management Electric Cars and Charging Stations Researchers in the school are currently involved in projects investigating green communication technologies for 5G systems sensing technologies and sensor networks for environmental monitoring applications wearable technologies for sports the integration of renewable energy sources in power grids renewable energy storage systems energy management in smart grid plugin hybrid vehicles and charging strategies The School boasts two research laboratories in this field the advanced instrument and measurement laboratory and the smart energy research laboratory with stateoftheart equipment to facilitate high quality research

All applicants are required to have the equivalent of 6 months full time research (which must involve a research output which includes the conception and design of the project, and analysis and interpretation of findings) if applying with a Masters qualification other than a Master by Research.Academic admission requirements (Band 11) may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:Masters Degree (Research); orBachelor Honours Degree (First or Upper Second class); orDemonstrated capacity to undertake original PhD-level research.English competency requirements: