MPhil/PhD in Computer Science
Manchester Metropolitan University
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With a PhD or other postgraduate research degree in the area of Computer Science you will:Work with leading experts in the field. We are a centre for research excellence, with nearly 60% of our outputs rated as world-leading or internationally excellent in the latest national evaluation of research (REF2014).Choose from our flexible study pathways. We offer PhD and Masters by Research programmes, which can be pursued full, or part time.Join a thriving research community. Our Centre for Applied ...Read more

With a PhD or other postgraduate research degree in the area of Computer Science you will:Work with leading experts in the field. We are a centre for research excellence, with nearly 60% of our outputs rated as world-leading or internationally excellent in the latest national evaluation of research (REF2014).Choose from our flexible study pathways. We offer PhD and Master's by Research programmes, which can be pursued full, or part time.Join a thriving research community. Our Centre for Applied Computational Science (CfACS) brings together a team of interdisciplinary researchers committed to delivering cutting-edge research to improve everyday life.Use our excellent facilities and equipment. We have GPU clusters to support big data processing, an animation suite (including green room and photography studio), advanced graphics workstations, a usability lab, and a robot swarm.Undertake tailored personal and professional development training. Our comprehensive training programme equips you with the skills necessary to pursue careers in academia or industry.Benefit from Manchester’s innovative technology scene. Manchester is the birthplace of the modern computer, and today has one of the country’s largest digital and creative sectors.

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76/279
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52nd
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50th
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Nishil
06 Oct 25

Amazing brings me nostalgia of my time being here. Lectures are great and facilities are modern. Lots of traffic getting here and less..Read more

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Kishorkumar
06 Oct 25

It's is just good for now...Read more

Entry requirements

You should, as a minimum, have a first or 2.1 honours degree or an equivalent qualification. We welcome interest from applicants from non-standard backgrounds. We will take subject knowledge, professional experience, publications, or other appropriate evidence of accomplishment into consideration.

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£5,006 per year

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£22,500 per year

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Manchester Metropolitan University
Manchester Metropolitan University , Manchester

Manchester Metropolitan University is a modern institution that cares deeply about offering students a vibrant, supportive community...

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Manchester Metropolitan University
Ormond Building Lower Ormond Street Manchester Lancashire M15 6BX United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Manchester Oxford Road  0.2 miles away
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