PhD Computer Science
Aberystwyth UniversityAberystwyth, United Kingdom
Course overview
Members of staff are always happy to discuss possible PhD research programmes with suitably qualified graduates. PhD supervision is normally offered in areas which align to our research groups: Advanced Reasoning Group Bioinformatics and Computational Biology Group Intelligent Robotics Group Vision, Graphics and Visualisation Group We also have considerably and widely recognised expertise in Software Engineering and Network Technology. Industrial collaborators include Ford, Jaguar Cars, Unilever, Daimler Benz, Integral Solutions Ltd., Costain and Glaxo.
We have a dedicated Physical Sciences library on campus that houses excellent research material for the study of computer science, mathematics and physics. Researcher Development Programme Aberystwyth is committed to the provision of an appropriate level of training for all its postgraduate students. As part of this commitment, the University has established a programme designed to help students develop the skills required to successfully complete their research degrees and also to improve their future employability.
As such, all research postgraduates will undertake some institutionally-provided research training modules as part of the Researcher Development Programme.
Key highlights
- Supervision aligned to advanced reasoning, bioinformatics, robotics and vision groups
- Recognised departmental expertise in software engineering and network technology
- Industrial collaborators include Ford, Unilever, Daimler Benz and Glaxo
- Dedicated on-campus Physical Sciences library with computer science research material
- Researcher Development Programme training to support completion and employability
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:1 — to include relevant subject
Scholarships
AberDoc Scholarship
Tuition fees (up to the UK (Home) rate of £5,006 per annum). A maintenance allowance of approximately £20,780 per annum and access to a travel and conference fund (max. £1000 per annum) will also be provided.
AberGrad Scholarship
A £1,000 tuition fee discount is available to Aberystwyth graduates.
Up to £1,000Vice Chancellor’s Scholarship
UK First Honours degree will be eligible for a £3,000 discount; UK Upper Second (2:1) or Lower Second (2:2) degree will receive a £2,000 discount.
Careers this course leads to
- Research scientist
- University lecturer
- Postdoctoral research associate
- Software engineer
- Robotics engineer
- Bioinformatician
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Aberystwyth University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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