Richardson,
TX,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Telecommunications Engineering in Richardson United States | University of Texas at Dallas
University of Texas at Dallas
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Richardson United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
33,294
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The telecommunications engineering PhD program delivers rigorous training in design, programming, theoretical foundations, and practical applications. It caters to both research-focused students and professionals seeking advanced expertise for careers in business, industry, or government sectors involving telecommunications, network theory, and emerging technologies.
The curriculum spans numerous telecommunications engineering specialties, such as: resilient computing systems, parallel computing architectures, digital signal analysis, data transmission methods, modulation techniques, electromagnetic wave behavior, optical fiber technologies, laser applications, mobile communication systems, IP mobility solutions, wireless multimedia delivery, dense wavelength division multiplexing, quality-of-service protocols, network architecture planning, telecom software development, system performance evaluation, self-configuring wireless networks, cybersecurity measures, and high-bandwidth networking solutions.
Campus resources include an extensive computing network featuring PC clusters, Unix-based workstations, and specialized research computers across departmental labs. The Jonsson School boasts cutting-edge digital infrastructure with comprehensive wireless coverage throughout all facilities and a high-capacity fiber-optic Ethernet backbone.
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Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Degree requirements: A master's degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or a closely associated discipline from an institution of higher education in the U.S. or from an acceptable foreign university. Consideration will be given to highly qualified students wishing to pursue the doctorate without satisfying all of the requirements for a master's degree.
GPA: A grade point average (GPA) in graduate coursework of 3.5 or better on a 4.0 point scale.
English proficiency requirements
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) iBT (Internet-based test) Minimum score: 80
TOEFL PBT (paper-based test) Minimum score: 550
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Minimum score: 6.5
Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE) Minimum score: 67
Completion of Level 112 at an ELS Language Center
Duolingo English Test Minimum score: 105
Application Deadlines: Fall term - January 15 (Early), May 1 (Regular); Spring term - May 15 (Early), October 1 (Regular).
Tuition
USD
33,294