PhD Computer Science at University of West London

Programme overview

Our School of Computing and Engineering offers excellent research opportunities within our PhD Computer Science programme, organised into several multi-disciplinary themes. Each theme has several research groups that provide the infrastructure and expertise for targeted research alongside support for doctoral students. You will receive comprehensive training designed to develop your research skills and methodologies.

Duration: 4 years full-time online; 4 years full-time; 6 years part-time online; 6 years part-time | Study mode: full-time (part-time available; online/distance option) | Intake: September 2027, February 2027 | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

With academic staff with extensive professional experience within a vast array of engineering disciplines, we provide a stimulating and supportive environment for your PhD Computer Science study. You will benefit from: support by a supervisor and second supervisor suited to your project. Our online PhD allows you to undertake a postgraduate research degree from a location that fits with your lifestyle and commitments.

Career pathways

Graduates of our PhD Computer Science programme will have the ability to critically analyse, display intellectual maturity and research independently. These skills are highly valued within academia and the workplace. Job roles include: interactive UI engineer; user experience designer; application designer/developer; software engineer; systems analyst; network or computer security technician/officer; data manager; security consultant.

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Application information

Entry requirements

The minimum entry requirements for a research degree are: a good first degree (First Class or Upper Second Class), or equivalent qualification in a relevant field. a Masters degree (MA, MSc, MBA or MRes) with Merit, or equivalent postgraduate or research experience. We look for individuals with: dedication to undertaking rigorous and meaningful research. enthusiasm for contributing to academic and creative practice. a genuine passion for their chosen subject area. Applicants should also submit a well-considered and persuasive research proposal, clearly outlining their aims, context and potential contribution to the field. IELTS 6.5 overall or above. a Masters Degree (MA, MSc, MBA or MRes) with Merit, or equivalent postgraduate or research experience. Competence in written and spoken English is a pre-requisite for entrance to this programme. An IELTS (International English Language Testing System) score of 6.5 (with no element under 6.0).

Domestic applicants: GBP 4,400 a year (2027/28). Tuition for: Online delivery - full-time (4 years, September 2027); Online delivery - full-time (4 years, February 2027). Source

International applicants: GBP 14,000 a year (2027/28). Tuition for: Online delivery - full-time (4 years, September 2027); Online delivery - full-time (4 years, February 2027). Source

Intake: September 2027, February 2027

Duration: 4 years full-time online; 4 years full-time; 6 years part-time online; 6 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.uwl.ac.uk/research/research-degrees/applying-phd

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