PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering - Silicon Devices and Integrated Circuits in Waterloo Canada | University of Waterloo

Electrical and computer engineers drive progress by pioneering cutting-edge technologies. They design and enhance systems that address societal needs, ranging from power engineering and renewable energy solutions to advancements in wireless communications. Our researchers and students undertake diverse projects, from developing affordable digital x-ray devices to fight tuberculosis in underserved regions, to engineering real-time embedded systems that enhance product performance. The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) is built on exceptional academic programs, groundbreaking research, a prestigious co-op education system, and a rich tradition of technological breakthroughs. Ranked among the global top 50 engineering institutions, Waterloo Engineering's ECE department maintains this standard of excellence while expanding into emerging fields. We draw top-tier students and faculty internationally, with our alumni being sought after by major engineering companies, multinational corporations, government bodies, and research universities worldwide. The PhD program prepares students for research-focused careers in academic, governmental, or industrial settings.

The Silicon Devices and Integrated Circuits (SiDIC) specialization encompasses multiple disciplines such as semiconductor materials, device modeling and simulation, electronic fabrication techniques, and circuit integration. Its applications span high-performance chip technologies, medical imaging systems, flexible electronics, display technologies, and solar energy conversion. SiDIC research leverages two state-of-the-art facilities: the Giga-to-Nano (G2N) Center and the Centre for Advanced Photovoltaic Devices and Systems (CAPDS). Established in 2000 with 15M+ funding, the G2N facility was joined in 2004 by CAPDS (12M budget), both created through successful CFI Innovation Fund initiatives led by SiDIC faculty.