Computing PhD/MPhil
University of Portsmouth
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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If youre ready to start your journey towards a postgraduate research qualification – and put your skills in Computing to work solving the pressing issues of the future – look no further than Portsmouth. As a postgraduate researcher here, you could research everything from cyber security and digital infrastructure for business, to the ways in which computational intelligence, paradigms and algorithms can be used in robot-enhanced therapy, limb motion recognition, and autism spectrum disorders ...Read more

If you're ready to start your journey towards a postgraduate research qualification – and put your skills in Computing to work solving the pressing issues of the future – look no further than Portsmouth. As a postgraduate researcher here, you could research everything from cyber security and digital infrastructure for business, to the ways in which computational intelligence, paradigms and algorithms can be used in robot-enhanced therapy, limb motion recognition, and autism spectrum disorders intervention. Our research is already creating impact and helping address issues facing organisations, businesses and individuals. 83% of our research impact in Computer Science and Informatics was rated as outstanding or as very considerable in terms of reach and significance in the most recent Research Excellence Framework (REF 2021) – and when you study for a postgraduate research degree with us, you'll play your own part in turning our expertise into impact.

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84/279
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54th
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Source: Complete University Guide 2026
42nd
What students say
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Jamilus
21 Dec 25

The careers team is amazing at posting job listings. They are so proactive in getting you the right support and I love that about them. And I think the structure of some teaching..Read more

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Md Nazimul
27 Nov 25

Best aspect: Modern Library Facilities Worst aspect: Scattered Campus..Read more

Entry requirements

The entry requirements for a PhD or MPhil include an upper second class honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject or a master's degree in an appropriate subject. Exceptionally, equivalent professional experience and/or qualifications will be considered.

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£5,006 per year

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£5,006 per year

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£5,006 per year

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£19,200 per year

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£19,200 per year

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Accommodation - Burrell House (Standard and larger rooms – 155–174 per week)

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27 Nov 25
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University of Portsmouth
University of Portsmouth , Portsmouth

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University of Portsmouth
University House, Winston Churchill Avenue Portsmouth Hampshire PO1 2UP United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Portsmouth & Southsea  0.1 miles away

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