Doctoral studies in the Department of Electronic Engineering began within the Faculty of Physics of the University of Valencia, then integrated into the Department of Electronics and Electromagnetism. Subsequently, the creation of the Department of Computer Science and Electronics, at the beginning of the 80s, maintained the original structure of the studies until the 00/01 academic year when this department was split into two: Computer Science and Electronic Engineering. From that moment on, the Department of Electronic Engineering had its own doctoral program in which to train its third-cycle students.
During the period in which RD788/1998 was in force, the structure of the doctoral programme tried to offer the student the option of choosing the most interesting subjects for the field of research of their interest. At that time, the offer consisted of 12 subjects grouped into three major research areas: (1) Power Electronics; (2) Digital Electronics; and (3) Signal Processing. The evolution of the offer of modules has gone hand in hand with both the development of technology and the state of the art in the areas of research and the modification of the regulations regarding doctoral studies, always thinking about the training needs of students with a view to their research and professional careers. With the structure of RD778/1998, the doctoral programme obtained the Quality Mention (MECD2006-00213) for the 2006-2007 academic year, which was renewed until the 2009-2010 academic year. With the regulation of RD56/2005, the process of extinction of the old doctoral programme began, giving way to a new structure based on the existence of a master's degree and a doctoral programme. In this sense, the Department of Electronic Engineering decided to maintain the program regulated by RD778/1998 until it had a master's degree in Electronic Engineering verified by ANECA. However, the academic structure was adapted with the constitution of the Coordination Commission and a review of the lines of research. Subsequently, the program, in accordance with RD1393/2007, was verified by the abbreviated procedure to adapt to the regulations. The programme was approved/verified by ANECA in 2013 under the new RD2011/09 with the following main characteristics:
- Name of the Doctoral Programme: Doctoral Programme in Electronic Engineering
- University with administrative responsibility: Universitat de València
- Centre(s) where it is taught: Doctoral School
- Number of places: 15
- Implementation year: 2013-14
- Date of verification or renewal of accreditation: 26-07-2013
Regarding the integration of the doctoral programme within the framework of R+D+i in the scientific-professional sector, it should be noted that Valencian society has responded to a production model characterised by its great diversification. This has been possible thanks to an industrialisation process based on sectors with a strong artisanal past: the shoe industry, the toy industry, textiles, furniture and ceramics, among others. However, one of the most relevant characteristics of the Valencian productive sector is its marked vocation for the modernisation and diversification of its products and processes. In this sense, the Valencia Technology Park has contributed to creating a very favourable climate for industrial innovation thanks to the support of the regional government (through its Institute of Medium and Small Valencian Industry), the Ministry of Education and Science, the Universities and the Central Government. On the other hand, the R+D+i activity is complemented by a network of 16 Technological Institutes, which group around them the most relevant companies in the Valencian economy. The institutes provide services to industry, develop testing and certification procedures, provide technological advice, carry out R+D+i projects, etc. In recent years, the number of companies that maintain a stable relationship with technological institutes has been increasing. This fact is a sign that the autonomous region is receptive to innovation and technological research.
The current doctoral programme in Electronic Engineering is in itself an essential tool for the training and creation of human capital capable of facing the technological challenge of innovation and industrial diversification required by Valencian and Spanish society and industry in particular, but with excellent training to meet challenges at a global level. With advanced training in Electronic Engineering, they are efficiently preparing themselves to hold positions of responsibility in companies in the electronics, communications, IT, chemical or medical sectors. Thus, some of the tasks that graduates can carry out are the management of product and technology development, the management of R+D+i projects, production management or technology transfer management. All these activities are immediately required for a company that is committed to research, development and innovation in its business objective.
The research activity carried out in the Department of Electronic Engineering of the University of Valencia related to electronic technology projects and signal and data processing is so important that this Department is one of the first places in the University of Valencia in terms of the number of publications, as reflected in the Annual Research Report of our University. Likewise, the Department's research units have been participating for many years in projects subsidized by large companies such as Analog Devices, GMV, Airbus, Irrimón, Etra and Aimme, Fresinius, RYMSA, TISSAT, FERMAX, Thales Alenia Space, ESA, NASA or Google, which is an endorsement of the research that is being developed and in which future Doctoral Theses will be framed. The research projects in which the doctors associated with the Doctorate in Electronic Engineering are involved cover very diverse aspects of our environment. See the activities carried out, the scientific relevance and the flagship projects at:https://www.uv.es/uvweb/doctorado-ingenieria-electronica/es/programa-doctorado/programa/programa/programa-doctorado-ingenieria-electronica-1285883314655/Titulacio.html?id=1285887608365&plantilla=DOC_Enginyeria_Electronica/Page/TPGDetaill&p2=6-1
