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About Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) Program

The Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) program at KAUST prepares students for a multitude of professional paths and advances world-class research and research-based education through interdisciplinary partnering within engineering and science. Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) is a driving force behind technological advancement, with innovations spanning energy conservation, the Internet of Everything (IoT), telecommunications, and robotics. These breakthroughs emerge from cutting-edge research at the intersection of engineering, applied physics, and computational sciences. The
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Current Students

Placement Test To facilitate the design of an individual study plan, all admitted students to the ECE program without an M.S. degree must take a written assessment test upon arrival at KAUST. This test covers topics students are expected to have a solid understanding of from their undergraduate education. The following overview outlines the topics covered on the test and suggests resources for review. ECE Placement Test Overview Qualifying Exam To advance to PhD candidacy, all Ph.D. students must successfully pass a qualifying exam designed to assess their knowledge within their field of study

Prospective Students

Join the Ranks of Leading Engineers The Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) program at KAUST is a dynamic and comprehensive training ground for future ECE leaders. We empower students to excel in diverse professional paths and contribute to cutting-edge research that shapes our world. Our program spans various technical domains, including solid-state electronics, microsystems, electromagnetics, photonics, communication, networking, signal processing, computer vision and control. Our research pushes the boundaries of these fields, focusing on the development of faster, more reliable