Doctor of Philosophy - Electronic and Computer Systems

A Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree involves original and sustained research, mentored by an academic supervisor. It’s an opportunity to make new discoveries, address some of the big issues of our time, challenge yourself, and develop a mix of transferable and specialised skills. Take your capabilities to the next level with in-depth study of the crossover between computer science and electronics. Almost all modern electronics have embedded controllers in them, and specialists in the software and hardware of this technology are in demand. Choose from the range of specialist areas offered by Victoria including power electronics, wireless communications systems, signal processing and control systems engineering. Or focus on advanced mechatronics including options to study intelligent design and problem solving using musical mechatronics. You'll be able to broaden your expertise and incorporate courses from related disciplines such as computer science, network engineering and software engineering into your studies. If you're doing your Master's, you'll complete a research thesis on the area of electronics that interests you most. Gain hands-on knowledge and experience. Learn techniques to design and make electronic, electro-mechanical and optical devices with micron-sized features. Or explore areas involving advanced techniques in the field of mechatronics, robotics and artificial intelligence. Study with the School of Engineering and Computer Science where you'll be part of a small class giving you the opportunity to work closely with your lecturer or supervisor. Learn from and work with highly regarded academics with international reputations for teaching, research and publishing.

Research degree such as Honours or Master's by thesis from a New Zealand university with an average grade of B+ or higher, an approved international equivalent, or other approved evidence of adequate training and ability.If you have a four-year Bachelor's degree graded in a four-point GPA system, you will need to have a GPA of at least 3.0 out of 4.0.If you have a Bachelor's degree graded in the British system (including from India), you must have been awarded the degree with first or upper second-class Honours.Either a Bachelor’s degree with Honours or a Master’s degree from a New Zealand university, with an overall GPA of no less than 6 (letter grade B+);Or to be currently enrolled in a Master’s thesis at the Victoria University of Wellington and meet the requirements for conversion to a PhD;arrange references from two refereesupload a sample of your academic writing in Englishprepare an overview of your intended research project.