PhD/EngD Student profiles
Microwave and Communication Systems
Abdullah Abuelmaatti
PhD in Microwave and Communication Systems
"After completing his PhD, Abdullah joined Com Dev as a member of the RF design team, with advanced microwave design capabilities from UHF to mm-wave frequencies for applications in communications, earth observation and scientific satellite systems. Abdullah is currently the Technical Lead on various space programmes where he is responsible for facilitating solutions on technical deliverables and to take an overview of complete flight systems."
Abdullah Abuelmaatti, PhD in Microwave and Communication Systems.
Electrical Energy and Power Systems
Miguel A. Ortega Vazquez
PhD in Electrical Power Engineering
"When choosing a university to study a PhD, I think that it is of paramount importance to bear in mind that one is to spend at least three years of one’s life at that university. Similarly, the supervisor has key role as a mentor and in your professional development. Therefore, one must choose one’s institution wisely."
Miguel A. Ortega Vazquez, PhD in Electrical Power Engineering.
Control Systems
Caleb Rascon
PhD in Electrical and Electronic Engineering
"I originally was interested in the University of Manchester for the MSc course offered in the Control Systems Centre. I was approached by one of my teachers to continue onto a PhD and I am very pleased with my decision. The experience I’ve attained during these three years, with support from the highly knowledgeable staff, have developed in me a sensitivity for critical research that I did not have before."
Microelectronics and Nanostructures
Faisal Amir
PhD in Microelectronics and Nanostructures
"I joined The University of Manchester in 2006 on the MSc in Communications Engineering, a one year full time taught program. As an international student, choosing a university in the UK was a difficult decision. I based my decision on the university’s high ranking and diversity of the course content. During the course I found the lecturers very welcoming, friendly and easily approachable. The whole learning atmosphere was highly conducive and made it easier for me to adapt to a new culture."
Power Conversion
Udaya Nuwantha Fernando
PhD in Electrical and Electronic Engineering
"I’m thrilled with the experiences gained so far while reading for a PhD in the University of Manchester. I opted for the University of Manchester due to its excellent track record in world-class research, and the strong ties it has developed with the industry. Students benefit from the highly reputed academic staff of the University and the exemplary research supervision provided."
Udaya Nuwantha Fernando, PhD in Electrical and Electronic Engineering.
Sensing, Imaging & Signal Processing
Ivan Marin-Franch
PhD in Electrical and Electronic Engineering
"My time as a PhD student at the School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering has been an excellent experience at both professional and personal levels. The University and the city of Manchester offer a multi-cultural, friendly environment for developing a serious professional career, and the possibility of getting involved in a wide variety of cultural and physical activities. Within the school, the staff members have always been very attentive and helpful, providing very good guidance that ensured the successful completion of my PhD. I would repeat the whole experience again."
Ivan Marin-Franch, PhD in Electrical and Electronic Engineering.