Communications Engineering (computer networks) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 17 Communications Engineering (computer networks) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Blockchain Technology and Smart Contracts for the Security of Internet of Things and Wireless Communications

University of Bradford Faculty of Engineering & Digital Technologies

Research Group: Applied Computing

The broadcast nature of Wi-Fi has made the wireless access open to new forms of cyber attacks against the IEEE 802.11 standard protocol. Read more

Supervisor: Dr I Ghafir

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

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Realising Internet-scale Network Telemetry

Edinburgh Napier University School of Computing, Engineering & the Built Environment

The Internet is a vital conduit to many part of our daily lives. From banking to education, it has become an integral part of how society functions and operates. Read more

Supervisor: Dr M Broadbent

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

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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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Artificial Intelligence enabled Distributed Edge-Centric Cellular Networks

University of York School of Physics, Engineering and Technology

Research Group: Communication Technologies

Today, wireless cellular networks rely heavily on the core network to deliver services. This introduces latency and other inefficiencies. Read more

Supervisor: Prof D Grace

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

Research Group: Communication Technologies

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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Energy-harvesting based MAC protocols for Wireless Sensor Networks

University of York School of Physics, Engineering and Technology

Research Group: Communication Technologies

A plethora of energy-efficient MAC protocols have been developed for wireless sensor networks based on the assumption of readily available (if somewhat limited) battery power. Read more

Supervisor: Prof P D Mitchell

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

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Integrated High Altitude Platform: LEO Satellite Mega-Constellations for Next Generation Non-Terrestrial Networks

University of York School of Physics, Engineering and Technology

Research Group: Communication Technologies

LEO satellite mega constellations promise to revolutionise wireless connectivity in many areas of the world. However, they have a fundamental drawback in that conventional cellular user equipment cannot be used directly. Read more

Supervisor: Prof D Grace

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

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Exploitation of Full-Duplex Capability in Underwater Acoustic Communication Networks at the Medium Access Control Layer

University of York School of Physics, Engineering and Technology

Research Group: Communication Technologies

Full-duplex has the potential to double the capacity of point-to-point communication links, but these benefits can only be fully realised in communication networks through development of a suitable medium access control layer. Read more

Supervisor: Prof P D Mitchell

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

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Application of Satellite Medium Access Control Principles to Underwater Acoustic Communication Networks

University of York School of Physics, Engineering and Technology

Research Group: Communication Technologies

Acoustic waves are widely accepted as the most suitable means of communicating underwater, since radio waves suffer from severe attenuation through water. 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

Research Group: Communication Technologies

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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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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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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Model-based Approach for Prognostics Health Management (PHM) for Fusion Reactors

University of York School of Physics, Engineering and Technology

Research Group: Plasma and fusion science and technologies

The University of York is at the forefront of transformative research in data-centric engineering, digital twins, and AI, bringing about a revolution in the design and operation of systems. Read more

Supervisor: Prof S Perin

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

Research Group: Communication Technologies

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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Realistic Underwater Acoustic Propagation Model for Medium Access Control Protocol Evaluation

University of York School of Physics, Engineering and Technology

Research Group: Communication Technologies

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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We have 17 Communications Engineering (computer networks) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Communications Engineering (computer networks) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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