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PhD Computer Science at University of Brighton

University of Brighton, United Kingdom

Programme overview

The University of Brighton's international reputation in computer science has been demonstrated through impact studies and outputs at each of the Research Excellence Frameworks (REF2014, REF2021). That reputation is especially notable in areas of machine learning, computing for the arts and cultural heritage, security systems, Fintech, robotics AI, human-centred AI, user-experience and natural language generation.

Faculty: Brighton Doctoral College  |  Study mode: full-time / part-time  |  Location: Brighton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The University of Brighton has fostered research in computer science for several decades, hosting international names across areas such as security systems, computing for the arts and heritage, user-experience and natural language generation. Our supervisors across the broad scope of PhD Computer Science include world-leading experts in their subject areas with extensive track records in PhD supervision. They welcome approaches for study in their individual areas of research expertise and for interdisciplinary supervision.

Career pathways

With employability one of our key objectives, our computing graduates go on to diverse future careers, from AI start-ups, data science jobs in industry and the public sector, to academic careers at UK and international universities.

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Application information

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,238 a year (2026/27). MPhil/PhD standard full-time annual tuition fee (part-time £2,619 a year); bench fees/consumables may be charged in some subject areas. Source

International applicants: GBP 16,980 a year (2026/27). MPhil/PhD standard full-time annual tuition fee (international including EU); £15,500 for international students registered in the School of Humanities and Social Science or the School of Business and Law. Source

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