Overview
Objectives
The objectives of the Electrical and Computer Engineering program of the American University of Beirut are to:
- provide students with research opportunities to acquire a depth of knowledge in one specialization area of electrical and computer engineering and familiarity with allied areas
- provide opportunities for doctoral students to develop competence in performing independent research, communicating effectively, and learning independently, • advance the state of electrical and computer engineering research at AUB, in Lebanon, and the region
- and advance the state of the art in electrical and computer engineering
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Biomedical Engineering
- Communications Engineering for Genetics and Bioinformatics
- Digital Integrated Circuits
- Reliability and Statistical Design
- Advanced Computer Architecture
- VLSI for Communications and Signal Processing
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
Language
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Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Electrical EngineeringAcademic requirements
English requirements
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- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Academic transcripts from the institution(s) of higher education attended by the applicant
- Graduate Record Examination (GRE) general test scores
- A written statement of purpose
- Three letters of recommendation
- A portfolio that includes a resume and samples of work
- An interview conducted with the ECE Graduate Committee (EGC) in person, by phone or over the Internet
- Satisfaction of the university requirements for admission to PhD programs
Tuition Fee
Living costs for Beirut
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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Available Scholarships
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