PhD in Engineering

The essence of a PhD is research, in which knowledge is extended by exploration, investigation, and contemplation. In scientific and engineering disciplines, research often implies experimentation, but research is more than mere experiments: it means interpretation and deep understanding. To be awarded a PhD, you must find new abstractions, approaches, algorithms, principles, or mechanisms. Your work must also be of a high quality equivalent to peers in your field. To complete a PhD, you will present the results of your research in a formal document called a thesis or dissertation which should contain a substantial original contribution to knowledge or understanding. You will have to defend your work in an oral examination, known as a viva voce. A full-time PhD is typically completed in three years.

A master’s degree (or international equivalent) with an average mark of 60% and above, plus an upper second-class honours degree (2:1) (or international equivalent) in a relevant discipline. Non-UK qualifications will be assessed against this standard.OrA first-class honours degree (or international equivalent) in a relevant discipline. Non-UK qualifications will be assessed against this standard.IELTS: 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in each element)TOEFL (iBT): 80 (minimum 17 in Writing and Listening, 18 in Reading and 20 in Speaking)PTE (Academic): 65 (with no less than 59 in each element)