PhD Computer Science and Informatics
London South Bank UniversitySouthwark Campus, United Kingdom
Course overview
The School of Engineering has a strong culture of research and enterprise. We are the top modern university in London for world-leading and internationally excellent research and Grade Point Average in General Engineering - Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2014. REF awarded 80% of our research into General Engineering the two highest quality ratings (4* or 3*) for 'impact' (research and significance).
This success is underpinned by a strong record of external income generation with the total current contract value of research and enterprise awards exceeding £4m. Income is generated from a wide range of sources including the research councils, European Union, industry, Government, charities, consultancy and Knowledge Transfer Partnerships where the School is one of the leaders nationally. Our research is to a very large degree interdisciplinary and collaborative with strong national and international links.
Key highlights
- Research school with strong culture of research and enterprise
- 80% of General Engineering research rated 4* or 3* for impact (REF 2014)
- Research and enterprise awards currently exceed £4m in contract value
- National leader in Knowledge Transfer Partnerships with industry
- Interdisciplinary, collaborative research with strong national and international links
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:1 — or above
- Additional condition: interview — Before an offer is made, you will be invited to an interview with your potential supervisor, in person or by telephone.
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships
LSBU Loyalty Award
20% discount on the tuition fee.
Up to 20% of fees
Careers this course leads to
- University lecturer
- Postdoctoral research fellow
- Research scientist
- Data scientist
- Software engineer
- Machine learning engineer
Cost of study
UK/Home: £5,190 per year | International: £18,200 per year
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 London South Bank University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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