Our research group does currently have openings for students pursuing M.S. and Ph.D. degrees with a primary interest in computer networks.

We are considering applicants who wish to start studies in Fall 2008. For best consideration, prospective graduate students should apply by Jan. 1.

Applicants are expected to have an exceptional background and interest in applying probability and random process theory to computer network and telecommunications problems.

At UCI, computer networks can be pursued as a research topic in four different programs:

Networked Systems: The Networked Systems Program grants a M.S. and/or Ph.D. in Networked Systems. Students in the Networked Systems program typically take core courses in networks, breadth courses selected from technical courses (including distributed systems, algorithms, data structures, operating systems, databases, random processes, and linear systems) and management and applications of technology (including educational technology, management of information technology, and social impact), and concentration courses selected from a long list including courses on networks, performance, middleware, communications, and operations research. Apply directly to the Networked Systems Program.

Computer Science: The Department of Computer Science grants a M.S. and/or Ph.D. in Information and Computer Science with a Concentration in Computer Science. Students in the Concentration in Computer Science typically take courses in networks, algorithms, databases, and other computer science areas. Apply directly to the Department of Computer Science.

Electrical and Computer Engineering: The Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science grants a M.S. and/or Ph.D in Electrical and Computer Engineering with either a Concentration in Computers Networks & Distributed Systems (CNDC) or a Concentration in Electrical Engineering (EE). Students in the concentration in CNDC typically take courses in networks, operating systems, algorithms, distributed systems, and other computer engineering areas. Students in the concentration in EE typically take courses in networks, random processes, communications, signal processing, and other electrical engineering areas. Apply directly to the Deparment of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science.