Doctor of Philosophy in Computer and Systems Engineering - Computer Systems Design

ECSE offers Bachelors, Masters, and Doctoral degrees in Electrical Engineering, and Computer, and Systems Engineering. ECSE curriculum builds a broad foundation in math, science, humanity and social science, and multiple disciplines in engineering, while allowing flexibility in electives to pursue specialized concentrations. ECSE students are trained in engineering fundamentals and application-specific domains with emphasis on hands-on education, design experience, and teamwork. ECSE faculty conducts cutting edge research across multiple disciplines and physical scales, including semiconductor design and processing, smart sensors and devices, 5G communication, and cybertphysical systems such as smart grid and collaborative robots. ECSE research is powered by federal funding agencies including NSF, NIH, ONR, ARO, AFOSR, DOE, state funding agencies including NYSTAR and NYSERDA, private foundations, and industry partners.

This area deals with the design and implementation of computer systems from both hardware and software aspects, aiming to improve the speed performance and energy efficiency, and lower the cost of future computing infrastructure. Students may pursue programs of study focusing on computer architecture, heterogeneous and domain-specific computing for applications like AI and data science, VLSI design, and memory and data storage systems.

For admission to graduate study, an applicant must have a U.S. bachelor's degree or the equivalent of a U.S. bachelor's degree prior to enrollment.
Transcripts and Degrees must be in English (all post-secondary education, including transcript keys).
Unofficial transcripts should be uploaded to your graduate application. The minimum requirement for admission consideration is the completion and award of a four year U.S. bachelor's degree, or its equivalent, by the time of planned enrollment.
Personal Statement
Resume or curriculum vitae
Two letters of recommendation
Portfolio, if required by department

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