Key information
Duration: Full-time, 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines:
- Starting February 2027 – Apply before Oct 2026 (International)
- Starting September 2027 – Apply before Jun 2027 (International)
More details: Application Deadlines for European and Local Students – Please call the Office of Admissions.
Language: English. TOEFL iBT 79 or IELTS 6.5
Credits: 180 ECTS
Delivered: On Campus
Campus Location: Nicosia, Cyprus
Disciplines: Electrical Engineering
Overview
The Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering PhD degree from the University of Nicosia is dedicated to provide PhD candidates with in-depth academic knowledge and hands-on experience on advanced engineering topics such as telecommunications, signal and image processing, microwave engineering, antenna technology and wave propagation, power system analysis and design, renewable energy technologies, and computer engineering systems.
The high-caliber academic staff of the department is dedicated to work closely with students to solve current engineering problems thereby producing new knowledge and results that can be published in reputable journals and conference proceedings.
During their studies, students of the Electrical Engineering degree from University of Nicosia will have the opportunity to work on funded research projects, co-author papers with their advisors and other class-mates, present their contributions at international conferences, participate in the write-up of research proposals, prepare scientific reports, use simulation software, perform laboratory experiments, attend training schools, participate in workshops, etc.
The three-year experience acquired during their PhD studies, working primarily on formulating and solving challenging engineering problems, will provide students with the necessary skills and qualifications to excel in their field of expertise and secure a research/academic position at a university or college, a government institute, or high-tech company.
Career Prospects
Graduates with a PhD in Electrical Engineering have opportunities for employment as researchers, academics, or engineers in high-tech companies.
Programme Structure
The PhD program entails the following stages:
- Attendance of a number of graduate courses should the Departmental Graduate Studies Committee recommends depending on the academic background of the student;
- Write-up and defense of the PhD research proposal before the Supervisory Team;
- Research work by the PhD candidate under the guidance of main Supervisor and the Supervisory Team;
- Write-up and submission of the Thesis;
- Defending the Thesis before the Examination Committee.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English Requirements
TOEFL iBT: 79 or IELTS: 6.5
Other Requirements
General Requirements
- Eligible candidates should hold a recognized Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering or a related field in Pure Sciences (e.g. Mathematics, Physics). An applicant may be admitted to the program subject to completing selected graduate courses offered by the Department, if so decided by the Department Graduate Studies Committee. These courses will be in addition to the 180 ECTS required by the program.
- Completed application form;
- Curriculum Vitae (CV);
- Certified true copy of the applicant’s qualifications/degree(s);
- Original or certified true copy of transcript(s);
- Proof of language proficiency; if the potential candidates’ 1st and/or 2nd degree was not taught in English a minimum TOEFL score of 550 paper-based or 213 computer-based, GCSE “O” Level with minimum “B” or IELTS with a score of 6.5);
- Two reference letters;
- Research work and published articles (if any)
Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International: 8,407 AUD / year (≈ 5,160 EUR / year)
- EU/EEA: 8,407 AUD / year (≈ 5,160 EUR / year)
Living Costs
Nicosia, Cyprus: 938–1,411 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Scholarships are available; see the programme website for scholarship opportunities.
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