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PhD Computer Science at Brandeis University

Brandeis University, United States

Programme overview

The PhD in Computer Science trains students in research areas including artificial intelligence, machine learning, cognitive science, human-computer interaction and computational linguistics. Students take part in designing and delivering course lectures, building teaching skills alongside research.

Faculty: School of Science, Engineering and Technology  |  Department: Michtom School of Computer Science  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Waltham, MA, United States

What you will study

Students work with faculty in research labs and may join the Quantitative Biology Program with related areas in machine learning, bioinformatics and biomedical informatics.

Career pathways

Graduates enter academia or work at companies including Amazon, Blizzard Entertainment, Bloomberg, Commvault, EMC, Facebook, Google, Trip Advisor and Vertica.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Graduate (PhD) admission requirements published by Brandeis Graduate Admissions: bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. or international institution, transcripts, letters of recommendation, résumé, statement of purpose; GRE optional; online application.

PhD admission is for Fall 2027.

PhD deadlines: Round 1 December 1 (Chemistry, Psychology, Molecular and Cell Biology, Neuroscience, Biochemistry and Biophysics); Round 2 January 15 (Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Near Eastern and Judaic Studies, Social Policy, History). The Fall 2027 application opens in mid-October; online application fee $75 unless waived.

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