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PhD Optical Networks

UK

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What will I learn?

To conduct research and provide contribution to knowledge and innovation in areas relevant to Optical Communications and Networks and associated technologies. In particular in Optical and Wireless Network Architectures, Next-Generation Passive Optical networks (NGPONs), MAC protocols and algorithms for NGPONs, 5G Radio Access Networks, Crosshaul (xhaul) Networks, Software Defined Networks (SDN) and Satellite IP Networks. Our PhD programmes enable students to develop specialist research skills and knowledge. We aim to provide PhD projects that will challenge and in some cases even inspire our students. If you are self-motivated and want to improve your ability to understand and solve engineering problems, then a PhD with us may be right for you.

Study options

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees
£18,120.00 (US$ 23,401) per year
This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

December 2026

Venue

College Lane - Campus

College Lane,

Hatfield,

Hertfordshire,

AL10 9AB, Southern England, United Kingdom

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees
£18,120.00 (US$ 23,401) per year
This is a provisional fee yet to be approved

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

December 2027

Venue

College Lane - Campus

College Lane,

Hatfield,

Hertfordshire,

AL10 9AB, Southern England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

Applicants must have a First class Honours BEng in Electrical, Electronic and Communications Engineering, Computer Science or Maths. Exceptional candidates with a 1st Division, 2.1 qualification may be considered. Personal attributes including a drive to conduct research, self-motivation and the ability to work independently and within a team are essential.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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Herts’s receipt of the prestigious King’s Award for Enterprise (2024) evidences its outstanding global growth and strategic internationalisation.

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