Computer Science PhD
University of Warwick
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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University of Warwick

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OCT

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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University of Warwick

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SEP-26

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University of Warwick

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OCT

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7 Years

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The PhD in Computer Science offers exciting opportunities to do cutting-edge research in an internationally renowned environment. The results of the 2021 REF rank Warwick Computer Science 4th out of 90 UK Computer Science departments. This cements our position as one of the top Computer Science departments in the UK, a position we have held for some time under different assessment methodologies.The PhD program is suitable for skilled and highly-motivated students to do research at the frontiers ...Read more

The PhD in Computer Science offers exciting opportunities to do cutting-edge research in an internationally renowned environment. The results of the 2021 REF rank Warwick Computer Science 4th out of 90 UK Computer Science departments. This cements our position as one of the top Computer Science departments in the UK, a position we have held for some time under different assessment methodologies.The PhD program is suitable for skilled and highly-motivated students to do research at the frontiers of Computer Science in a broad range of theoretical and applied topics. The program is meant to train students for high-profile jobs in both Academia and Industry.Duration3-4 years full-time

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60/279
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25 Feb 25

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25 Feb 25

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Entry requirements

2:1 undergraduate degree (or equivalent) and preferably an MSc in a related subject.

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£5,006 per year

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£5,006 per year

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£31,240 per year

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£31,240 per year

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25 Feb 25
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University of Warwick
University of Warwick Coventry CV4 7AL United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Canley  0.8 miles away

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