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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
King's College London, University of London
Full Time
SEP-25
3 years
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
King's College London, University of London
Full time
SEP-25
3 years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
King's College London, University of London
Part time
SEP-25
6 years
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Overview
The Department of Informatics has an extensive research profile, with major externally funded projects, a strong publication profile and significant research activity. Our research is organised around our research groups, and you can find details of the range of current research projects and interests on the Department's research pages. If you are interested in joining us to undertake PhD research, you should identify topics and academic staff in your area of interest. If you cannot find your chosen topic or area on our individual research section or subgroup pages, contact a relevant member of academic staff for further information and then follow the application procedure.
Course detail
We are a department with many internationally recognised researchers and visiting academics, large groups of PhD students, research assistants, national and international projects, collaborations with other departments as well as links with industry. We offer an exciting environment and excellent opportunities for research. Our PhD students have access to good library facilities, designated PhD offices within the Department where PhD students can dock an assigned laptop for use throughout their studies, Regular group seminars are organised providing PhD students chance to showcase their research and receive feedback from academic staff and peers, and college-based training in transferable and research skills. The Department is located on the Strand Campus, in the heart of central London, close to the cultural activities of the West End and the South Bank, to the major departments of state at Whitehall, and to the leading financial institutions of the City, and within easy reach of major transport links. Our facilities are within easy reach of the British Computer Society and the Institute of Engineering & Technology (and the IET Library), with access to a formidable collection of scientific journals and other technical material.
Bachelors degree with 2:1 honours degree in computer science or a closely related subject, and a good background in the area of intended research. Applicants who do not meet the undergraduate requirements but have or are currently studying an additional Masters with Merit in computer science or relevant subject may be considered.
Students living in
Domestic
£6,936 per year
Students from Domestic
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£30,240 per year
Students from EU
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£30,240 per year
Students from International
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