University of East Anglia UEA

PhD Postgraduate Research in Computing Sciences

University of East Anglia UEA

Course overview

The PhD Postgraduate Research in Computing Sciences at the University of East Anglia (UEA) is a full-time (or part-time) doctorate programme that typically lasts around three years full-time or up to six years part-time. Students carry out an original research project in the field of computing sciences under the supervision of experienced staff. Research areas include cyber security, data analytics, machine learning, computational biology, and next-generation communication technologies. In this programme, students work closely with a supervisory team to develop a detailed research proposal, carry out experiments or analyses, publish findings, and present conclusions. 

Learning in this programme is based around independent research, seminars, meetings with supervisors, and workshops. Students may attend research-group meetings, present work internally and externally, and engage with collaborative projects. Assessment is through the doctoral thesis, publication output, research presentations, and the final oral defence (viva voce). This structure ensures students develop deep specialist knowledge, analytical skills, and research-leadership abilities.

Entry requirements

Prospective students must demonstrate research capability and a clear research proposal or interest area. 

Grade Requirements:

  • Applicants typically need a bachelor’s degree (often with 2:1 or equivalent) or a relevant master’s degree in computing, engineering or a related field.  

English Proficiency:

  • International students need to meet English language requirements, which is an IELTS overall score of 6.5 and no section below 6.0.

Scholarships

  • 10% Alumni Tuition Fee Discount Scheme

    We highly value our alumni at UEA, so a 10% fee reduction scholarship is available to graduates looking to stay with us or return for postgraduate study.

    Up to 10% of fees

  • British Council Great Scholarship

    British Council and the GREAT Britain Campaign, UEA is offering a GREAT Scholarship worth £10,000 to students from Bangladesh and Kenya.

    Up to £10,000

  • David Sainsbury Scholarships in Global Plant Health

    The full cost of the tuition fee (£36,000 international fee for 2026-27, £16,000 UK fee). Each 50% fee scholarship will cover up to up to 50% of the full cost of the tuition fee.

  • International Early Payment Awards (September Start)

    Early Deposit Award – £500; Full Payment Award – up to £1,000.

  • International PG Merit Scholarship C

    £4,000 - if you achieve the equivalent of UK 2:2 bachelor’s degree classification; £5,000 - if your final undergraduate grade is equivalent to at least UK 2:1 bachelor’s degree classification.

  • International UG Merit Scholarship

    Year 1 Entry - £5,000 or £10,000; Year 2 - £5,000 or £4,000.

  • Music Scholarship

    Total Value: £3,000; Annual Value: £1,000

    Up to £3,000

  • Plant Genetics and Crop Improvement – John Innes Centre MSc Scholarship

    Total Value - £13,250

    Up to £13,250

  • The Annabel Abbs Scholarship

    Please contact the provider

  • The North Walsham Vikings RFC Bursary

    Minimum of £500 per scholarship. This amount may be higher, but it is at the discretion of the club and dependent on the number of recipients and level of ability.

    Up to £500

  • University of Sanctuary Scholarship

    Undergraduate level: the Home rate (£9,535 per annum) and an annual bursary (£9000); Postgraduate taught level: the Home rate (£10,675 per annum) and an annual bursary (£9000).

  • Vice Chancellor’s Global Impact and Leadership Scholarship (September Start)

    Total Value - £10,000 towards tuition fees.

    Up to £10,000

Career opportunities

Graduates of the PhD Postgraduate Research in Computing Sciences from the University of East Anglia go on to high-level roles in research, industry, and academia. Possible job titles include:

  • Research Scientist in Computing

  • Senior Data Scientist

  • Machine Learning Specialist

  • University Lecturer

  • Technology Consultant

Cost of study

The annual tuition fee to study a PhD Postgraduate Research in Computing Sciences in the University of East Anglia is £21,650 for international students. Students can expect up to 4% increase annually.

Admission

Applications for the University of East Anglia PhD Postgraduate Research in Computing Sciences programme are submitted through UEA’s postgraduate research portal. If you need help, you can reach out to our experienced counsellors at AHZ.

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