Communications Engineering PhD Research Projects PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships in the UK

Low-latency Communication System for Telerobotics

University of Warwick School of Engineering

University of Warwick – School of Engineering. Qualification. Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering (PhD). Start date: 30th September 2024. Read more

Supervisor: Dr ZY Yuan

31 July 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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PhD in Electronics and Electrical Engineering - A holistic synthetic aperture radar maritime target recognition optimisation using evolutionary algorithms for data revisit or a leader/follower tandem

University of Glasgow College of Science and Engineering

We propose designing a holistic synthetic aperture radar maritime target recognition optimisation using evolutionary algorithms as shown in the graphical abstract. Read more

Supervisors: Dr J Le Kernec, Dr C Clemente, Prof B Liu

31 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Semantic random-access technology for future wireless ecosystems

University of York School of Physics, Engineering and Technology

This PhD project will research into new technical innovations that can embrace today’s machine learning advances into a process of designing and managing wireless communications for emergent AI agents, where they will mimic human ability to effectively learn, fine-tune and adapt skills of conveying semantic information. Read more

Supervisor: Dr Y Ko

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Peer-sourcing AI agents for future network autonomy

University of York School of Physics, Engineering and Technology

All connected services across emergent edge-computing devices will run directly or indirectly from the future 6G wireless ecosystems (e.g., unmanned automotive/ship, digital twins, extended reality, etc.) In 2025, the 5G will cover more than 50% of total wireless media revenue and this grows up to about 80% in 2028. Read more

Supervisor: Dr Y Ko

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Generative AI in 6G and beyond networks

University of York School of Physics, Engineering and Technology

As the world anticipates the rollout of 6G networks, there's a growing need to explore innovative technologies that can empower these networks to meet the evolving demands of connectivity. Read more

Supervisor: Dr H Ahmadi

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Causal Machine Learning in Aerospace PhD

Cranfield University School of Aerospace, Transport and Manufacturing (SATM)

This PhD project will investigate the recent field of study of Causal Machine Learning, which aims to modify and augment Machine Learning by using Causal Analysis techniques as a way to solve its limitations. Read more

Supervisors: Prof W Guo, Dr MA Arana-Catania

24 July 2024 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Power and data dual modulation for improved DC microgrid control

Loughborough University Wolfson School of Mechanical, Electrical and Manufacturing Engineering

DC Microgrids (MG) can connect various renewable generators and energy storage and play a vital role in the goal of reaching Net Zero. Read more

Supervisor: Dr RW Wang

16 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Cyber Security for Active and Flexible Networks (Cyber-SAFEN)

The University of Manchester Department of Computer Science

The electricity network serves as the interface between distributed generation, active demand and local flexibility market, and digital substations are enablers for the network power flow to be controlled and directed safely and securely. Read more

Supervisors: Dr H Li, Prof Z Hu

1 September 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Cyber Risk Impact Awareness System Tool (Cyber-RIAST)

The University of Manchester Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering

The smart grid is rapidly evolving and merging with digital and information communication technologies (ICT) systems, resulting in an interconnected cyber-physical energy system. Read more

Supervisors: Dr H Li, Prof Z Hu

1 September 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Development of a Wireless Sensor for Measuring Water Storage in Glaciers

Cardiff University Cardiff School of Earth and Environmental Sciences

PROJECT OVERVIEW. An exciting opportunity to develop a new instrument to study water storage in glaciers. You should have either a background in engineering or environmental science, but with a keen enthusiasm to design, build and field-test an instrument that will need to work in a harsh environment. Read more

Supervisors: Dr M Prior-Jones, Dr A Mason-Jones, Dr J Lees, Dr L Bagshaw

3 June 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Studying Glacier Hydrology using new Wireless Instruments

Cardiff University Cardiff School of Earth and Environmental Sciences

PROJECT BACKGROUND. Are you keen to pursue a research career in glaciology? We have a rare opportunity for a fully-funded studentship with flexibility to define your own research project. Read more

Supervisor: Dr M Prior-Jones

3 June 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Microwave integrated functional circuits based on 2-dimentional materials; modelling, fabrication and characterization

The University of Manchester Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering

Considerable progress has been made towards developing 2-dimentials materials (2DM) enabled devices, such as transistors and diodes in recent years. Read more

Supervisor: Prof Z Hu

31 October 2024 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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CDT-QTE: Nonreciprocal quantum metasurfaces for next generation telecommunication systems

University of Southampton Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences

Supervisory Team: Dr Sajjad Taravati, Dr Jize Yan. Project description: This project is part of the EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Quantum Technology Engineering at the University of Southampton. Read more

Supervisor: Dr S Taravati

31 August 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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CDT-QTE: Sensors for Small Acceleration Detection for Gravimetry and Magnetometry in Real World Environments & in Space

University of Southampton Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences

Supervisory Team. Hendrik Ulbricht. Project description. This project is part of the EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Quantum Technology Engineering at the University of Southampton. Read more

Supervisor: Prof H Ulbricht

31 August 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Optimising dynamic scheduling in smart manufacturing through reinforcement learning PhD

Cranfield University School of Aerospace, Transport and Manufacturing (SATM)

This PhD aims to develop an adaptive self-organising solution for dynamic scheduling in job-shop manufacturing. The research will introduce an innovative approach that integrates deep reinforcement learning and multi-agent systems to rapidly respond to emergencies and disruptions. Read more

Supervisor: Dr C Latsou

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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CDT-QTE: Optimisation of Antiresonant Hollow Core Fibres for Quantum Computing, Communications and Memories

University of Southampton Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences

Supervisory Team: Prof Francesco Poletti, Dr Ghafour Amouzad Mahdiraji, Prof Radan Slavik . Project description. This project is part of the EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Quantum Technology Engineering at the University of Southampton. Read more

Supervisor: Prof F Poletti

31 August 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Learning for Control: Enabling Efficient Networked Autonomous Systems

University of Southampton Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences

Supervisory Team: Konstantinos Gatsis . Project description. There is an ongoing transformation in engineering autonomous systems that aim to achieve complex objectives with limited human intervention in applications such as robotics, self-driving cars, and industrial systems. Read more

Supervisor: Dr K Gatsis

31 August 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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CDT-QTE: Qubit transmission: Connecting single photon sources with emerging hollow core optical fibres

University of Southampton Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences

Supervisory Team. Prof Radan Slavik, Dr Yongmin Jung, Prof Francesco Poletti. Project description. This project is part of the EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Quantum Technology Engineering at the University of Southampton. Read more

Supervisor: Prof R Slavik

31 August 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Realistic Underwater Acoustic Propagation Model for Medium Access Control Protocol Evaluation

University of York School of Physics, Engineering and Technology

Successful prediction of the performance of medium access control protocols is dependent on a realistic model of the underlying propagation channel. Read more

Supervisor: Prof P D Mitchell

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Intelligent Medium Access Control for Underwater Acoustic Communication Networks

University of York School of Physics, Engineering and Technology

Most research in underwater acoustic communication deals with the physical layer, with primitive and inflexible multiple access, despite the medium access control layer playing a crucial role in providing efficient communication. Read more

Supervisor: Prof P D Mitchell

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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PhD in Beam-Steering Programmable Metasurfaces for Microwave Devices

University of Warwick WMG

Project Overview. We are seeking exceptional candidates with a passion for interdisciplinary research in the fields of Physics, Engineering, and Material Science for a fully funded 3.5-year PhD research project. Read more

Supervisors: Dr D Isakov, Dr C Dancer

Year round applications PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Quantum Coding assisted Quantum Key distribution

University of Southampton Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences

Supervisory Team: Prof Michael Ng, Prof Lajos Hanzo, Dr Chao Xu. Project description. The University of Southampton is expanding its PhD research in the area of Quantum Technology Engineering. Read more

Supervisor: Prof M Ng

31 August 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Quantum Secure Direct Communications

University of Southampton Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences

Supervisory Team: Prof Michael Ng, Prof Lajos Hanzo, Dr Chao Xu . Project Description. The University of Southampton is expanding its PhD research in the area of Quantum Technology Engineering. Read more

Supervisor: Prof M Ng

31 August 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Efficient Quantum Key Distribution

University of York Department of Computer Science

With the advent of large quantum computers, it has become demanding to modify our communication infrastructure into a quantum-resistant form. Read more

Supervisor: Prof S Pirandola

30 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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PhD scholarship with FULL Fee Waiver on Waveform Design for 6G Communication Systems

University of Essex School of Computer Science and Electronic Engineering

The School of Computer Science and Electronic Engineering at the University of Essex is offering one PhD research Studentship for an exceptional student, starting in October 2024 studying PhD Computer Science or PhD Electronic Systems. Read more

Supervisor: Dr Z Liu

31 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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RNP-1 - Ray-tracing simulation environment for RHS-based integrated communication and sensing networks

Ranplan Wireless Central

Ranplan Group AB (RNP), is seeking to appoint a high-calibre doctoral candidate to join the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Doctoral Network ‘joInt wireless commuNicaTion and sEnsinG by hologRaphic surfAce TranscEivers’ (INTEGRATE). Read more

Supervisor: Prof J Zhang

1 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Collaborative Intelligent Computing Services in Integrated space-air-terrestrial Networks

University of Leeds Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences

Research Group: School of Computing

With the advent of 6G, the proliferation of connected devices continues its exponential growth, spanning diverse applications such as IoT devices, video streaming platforms, surveillance cameras, and AR/VR, among others. Read more

Supervisors: Dr A Bozorgchenani, Prof K Djemame

30 April 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Quality assessment for light-field imaging

Kingston University Faculty of Engineering, Computing and the Environment

Among the recent media modalities enabling better immersive viewing experiences for the end-users, light field (LF) imaging is emerging. Read more

Supervisor: Prof M Martini

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Study of ionospheric propagation disturbances

University of Bath Department of Electronic & Electrical Engineering

The Department of Chemical Engineering at the University of Bath is inviting applications for the following fully funded PhD project. Read more

Supervisor: Dr B Forte

Year round applications PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)

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Sensor Fusion and management in Autonomous Airborne Platforms

University of Edinburgh School of Engineering

Sensor networks, sensor fusion and management techniques address key challenges in intelligence, surveillance, target acquisition, and reconnaissance (ISTAR). Read more

Supervisors: Dr J Hopgood, Prof M Davies

28 February 2025 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)

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We have 74 Communications Engineering PhD Research Projects PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships in the UK

Communications Engineering PhD Research Projects PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships in the UK

We have 74 Communications Engineering PhD Research Projects PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships in the UK

Low-latency Communication System for Telerobotics

PhD in Electronics and Electrical Engineering - A holistic synthetic aperture radar maritime target recognition optimisation using evolutionary algorithms for data revisit or a leader/follower tandem

Semantic random-access technology for future wireless ecosystems

Peer-sourcing AI agents for future network autonomy

Generative AI in 6G and beyond networks

Causal Machine Learning in Aerospace PhD

Power and data dual modulation for improved DC microgrid control

Cyber Security for Active and Flexible Networks (Cyber-SAFEN)

Cyber Risk Impact Awareness System Tool (Cyber-RIAST)

Development of a Wireless Sensor for Measuring Water Storage in Glaciers

Studying Glacier Hydrology using new Wireless Instruments

Microwave integrated functional circuits based on 2-dimentional materials; modelling, fabrication and characterization

CDT-QTE: Nonreciprocal quantum metasurfaces for next generation telecommunication systems

CDT-QTE: Sensors for Small Acceleration Detection for Gravimetry and Magnetometry in Real World Environments & in Space

Optimising dynamic scheduling in smart manufacturing through reinforcement learning PhD

CDT-QTE: Optimisation of Antiresonant Hollow Core Fibres for Quantum Computing, Communications and Memories

Learning for Control: Enabling Efficient Networked Autonomous Systems

CDT-QTE: Qubit transmission: Connecting single photon sources with emerging hollow core optical fibres

Realistic Underwater Acoustic Propagation Model for Medium Access Control Protocol Evaluation

Intelligent Medium Access Control for Underwater Acoustic Communication Networks

PhD in Beam-Steering Programmable Metasurfaces for Microwave Devices

Quantum Coding assisted Quantum Key distribution

Quantum Secure Direct Communications

Efficient Quantum Key Distribution

PhD scholarship with FULL Fee Waiver on Waveform Design for 6G Communication Systems

RNP-1 - Ray-tracing simulation environment for RHS-based integrated communication and sensing networks

Collaborative Intelligent Computing Services in Integrated space-air-terrestrial Networks

Quality assessment for light-field imaging

Study of ionospheric propagation disturbances

Sensor Fusion and management in Autonomous Airborne Platforms

We have 74 Communications Engineering PhD Research Projects PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships in the UK

Communications Engineering PhD Research Projects PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships in the UK

We have 74 Communications Engineering PhD Research Projects PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships in the UK

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