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PhD Computer Science at University of Birmingham

University of Birmingham, United Kingdom

Programme overview

While pursuing excellence in research and education, we also aim to optimise our positive impact on society—examples include collaborations with industry partners and charities, commercialisation activities and an extensive wider participation programme. Whether you seek to work in academia, industry or government, this PhD empowers you with the theoretical and/or applied knowledge and skills in the most demanded areas of Computer Science to succeed in your career.

Department: Computer Science and Data Science  |  Duration: PhD: typically 3 years full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

Career pathways

Whether you propose your own research line or you adhere to an ongoing research, our PhD in Computer Science will shape you as a researcher affording you the independent, critical and creative mindset. You will acquire the theoretical and experimental skills associated with the scientific method necessary to reveal scientific truth.

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Application information

Entry requirements

2:1 Honours degree in Computer Science or a subject relevant to the research topic (eg, Mathematics or Physics). English language: IELTS 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in any band.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,400 a year (2027/28). Full-time Source

International applicants: GBP 30,780 a year (2027/28). Full-time Source

Duration: PhD: typically 3 years full-time

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