PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering is a doctorate in Computer Sciences programme taught at University of Waterloo in Waterloo, Canada. The programme runs for 4 years, delivered on campus. Tuition for international students is CAD 7,396 per semester.
Also offered as: Master's Degree
At a glance
Degree:Doctorate
Field:Computer Sciences
Duration: 4 years
Delivery: On Campus
International tuition: CAD 7,396 / semester
We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page.
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Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Waterloo leads to a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in the Faculty of Engineering. The program covers research spanning communications, energy, and technology across multiple specialization areas, including artificial intelligence, biomedical engineering, power systems, and quantum engineering. Students complete coursework, conduct original research, and write a thesis under the guidance of faculty in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, working in research labs supported by industry partnerships and competitive funding. The program builds on a thesis-based master's degree, or a University of Waterloo Master of Engineering degree combined with the ECE 699 project course, and prepares graduates for advanced research and technical leadership roles. A faculty supervisor must endorse the application before admission. The program is offered full-time and on-campus, with intakes in the fall, winter, and spring terms.
Requirements
Minimum GPA:80.00 / %
Admission Requirements: Applicants normally require an overall standing equivalent to 80% in a relevant thesis-based master's degree, or a University of Waterloo Master of Engineering (MEng) degree with the ECE 699 project course completed. A faculty supervisor must endorse the application at the time of admission, and three references are required, at least two of them academic. Applicants whose prior education was not in English must present TOEFL iBT 4.5 overall (writing 4.5, speaking 4, reading 4, listening 4) or IELTS Academic 6.5 overall.
