Computer Science Research PhD at King's College London

Programme overview

The Department of Informatics welcome postgraduate research students from around the world to join our world-leading community of researchers. Working under the guidance of internationally renowned supervisors, our PhD students explore fundamental scientific questions and key societal challenges and opportunities in an increasingly complex digital world. The Department has an extensive research profile, with major externally funded projects, a strong publication profile and significant research activity.

Duration: 3-4 years full time and 6-8 years part-time | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

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Application information

Domestic applicants: GBP 8,000 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition for the first year of study (MPhil/PhD rate where several awards are listed); fees may increase in subsequent years. Part-time first-year tuition: £4,000. Source

International applicants: GBP 34,700 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition for the first year of study (MPhil/PhD rate where several awards are listed); fees may increase in subsequent years. Part-time first-year tuition: £17,350. Source

Duration: 3-4 years full time and 6-8 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.kcl.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-research/areas/computer-science-research-mphil-phd

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