University of Hull

PhD Data Science research degrees

University of Hull

Course overview

Students of the PhD Data Science Research Degrees at the University of Hull will go further in research in this rapidly developing world of Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, and gain a head start in their careers. The research that is undertaken in the Centre of Excellence for Data Science, Artificial Intelligence and Modelling (DAIM) at Hull combines research expertise and cutting-edge facilities to deliver a unique experience in students' postgraduate journey and 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. The centre cuts across traditional disciplinary boundaries, drawing on expertise across the University to be at the forefront of the exciting developments in the field of Artificial Intelligence and Data Science.

Entry requirements

  • Applicants should check the University's existing research areas and tailor their research proposal accordingly. 
  • Applicants should contact their prospective supervisor.
  • This course requires an Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate. 

Grade Requirements:

  • For this PhD Data 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 fees

  • GREAT Scholarship

    Minimum of £10,000

    Up to £10,000

  • Norman and Sheila Andrew Engineering Scholarship

  • PGT International Fee Waivers – South Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa

    Up to £2,000

  • UG 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 £2,000

  • University 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 Data Science Research Degrees from the University of Hull can take on career roles such as:

  • Data Architect
  • Business Intelligence Analyst
  • Data Scientist
  • Database administrators
  • Machine Learning Scientist

Cost of study

The tuition fee for the PhD Data 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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