PhD Computer Science research degrees
Course overview
Studying the PhD Computer Science Research Degrees at the University of Hull will allow students to face the challenges that lie ahead in the rapidly developing world of computer science and to gain a head start in their careers. The research in Computer Science from AI and informatics to gamification, computational science, robotics, and visualisation builds on a long history of successful research and innovation at The University of Hull.
The University's mission is to deliver a step-change in educational excellence, high-quality research, and knowledge exchange with industry. Studying with them for a postgraduate research degree means students get to benefit from this expertise to solve a world-leading research problem of their own. Along the way, students will also acquire a wealth of other vital skills and enjoy being part of their active and friendly postgraduate student community.
Entry requirements
Applicants should check the University's existing research areas and tailor their research proposal accordingly. This course requires an Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate.
Grade Requirements:
- For this PhD Computer Science Research Degrees at the University of Hull, applicants need a 2:1 Honours degree (or international equivalent) in Computer Science or a related discipline with reasonable programming skills and experience.
English Language Requirements:
- This course requires an IELTS score of 6.5 overall, with at least 6.0 in each skill from applicants who do not have English as their first language.
Scholarships
Alumni Postgraduate Scholarship
If you progress from studying an undergraduate degree at the University of Hull to an eligible taught master's degree in 2025/26 we'll give you a 20% discount on the cost of your tuition fees.
Up to 20% of feesGREAT Scholarship
Minimum of £10,000
Up to £10,000Norman and Sheila Andrew Engineering Scholarship
PGT International Fee Waivers – South Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa
Up to £2,000UG International Fee Waivers - South Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa
his award offers a £2,000 tuition fee discount for each year of study on a full-time undergraduate program.
Up to £2,000University of Hull Asia Studentship
This award is given as a £2,000 tuition fee discount against the cost of a full-time.
Up to £2,000
Career opportunities
Graduates of the PhD Computer Science Research Degrees from the University of Hull can take on career roles such as:
- Data Scientist
- Software Developer
- Computer Programmer
- Data Engineer
- Information Security Analyst
Cost of study
The tuition fee for the PhD Computer Science Research Degrees in the University of Hull for international students is £20,000 per year. The fee is subject to an annual increase.
Admission
To apply for the course, applicants can apply directly to the university through its online application portal. For personalised help with your application, please speak to one of our trained counsellors.
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