MPhil Computing and Informatics
Sheffield Hallam University
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Conduct a period of intensive, supervised study where you critically investigate and evaluate an approved topic and make an original contribution to knowledge. The MPhil in Computing and Informatics allows you to start your career as a researcher into a wide range of relevant areas. You’ll have the advantage of experiencing applied research first-hand, in a dynamic and diverse environment. You’ll have all the support you need to develop your skills, learning how to be a researcher and run a ...Read more

Conduct a period of intensive, supervised study where you critically investigate and evaluate an approved topic and make an original contribution to knowledge. The MPhil in Computing and Informatics allows you to start your career as a researcher into a wide range of relevant areas. You’ll have the advantage of experiencing applied research first-hand, in a dynamic and diverse environment. You’ll have all the support you need to develop your skills, learning how to be a researcher and run a project in computing and/or informatics.

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08 Apr 22

Well, overall the university is great and the facilities are quite good. But there are very few things to do as a Ph.D. student. There are very few fun events for Ph.D. students...Read more

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All applicants should hold a strong undergraduate degree (2.1 or above) and/or a relevant masters qualification (or expectation of the same). All applicants must submit a completed postgraduate application form including a 1500 word research proposal.

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Well, overall the university is great and the facilities are quite good. But there are very few things to do as a Ph.D. student. There are very few fun events for Ph.D. students....
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Sheffield Hallam University
Sheffield Hallam University , Sheffield

Founded over 175 years ago, Sheffield Hallam University offers academic excellence in an environment where postgraduate students work...

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City Campus Howard Street Sheffield South Yorkshire S1 1WB United Kingdom
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