PhD Computer Science
University of Hertfordshire
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College Lane campus - University of Hertfordshire

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College Lane campus - University of Hertfordshire

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College Lane campus - University of Hertfordshire

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College Lane campus - University of Hertfordshire

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About the courseIf you have a good first degree in computer science, engineering, physics, maths, biology, neuroscience or another relevant discipline we have a range of interesting computer science research degree projects at:MSc by Research level (one year full time, two years part time).PhD level (three years full time, six years part time).You can choose from a range of set computer science research topics or suggest your own area of research.What’s next for my career?90% percent of our ...Read more

About the course

If you have a good first degree in computer science, engineering, physics, maths, biology, neuroscience or another relevant discipline we have a range of interesting computer science research degree projects at:

  • MSc by Research level (one year full time, two years part time).
  • PhD level (three years full time, six years part time).

You can

  • choose from a range of set computer science research topics
  • or suggest your own area of research.

    What’s next for my career?

    90% percent of our research and 100% of our research impact in Computer Science and Informatics at the University of Hertfordshire have been rated at world-leading or internationally excellent in the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021.

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    WUSCA ranking:
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    46/101
    CUG Subject Ranking
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    65th
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    84th
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    Pallavi
    18 Dec 24

    The University of Hertfordshire offers a vibrant and enriching experience, with modern facilities, supportive faculty, and a strong focus on employability through career services,..Read more

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    Amy
    21 Nov 24

    Its really lovely university! Hatfield isn't super exciting but I appreciate how close it is to London without being as expensive- I'm an animation student so I could take the day..Read more

    Entry requirements

    An honours degree (normally at least 2:1 or above) in an appropriate discipline.

    Tuition fees

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    £5,925 per year

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    £16,750 per year

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    £16,750 per year

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    University of Hertfordshire
    University of Hertfordshire , Hatfield

    The University of Hertfordshire offers a huge variety of postgraduate courses across 19 subject areas, from creative arts to...

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    Building, College Lane Hertfordshire Hatfield AL10 9AB United Kingdom
    Nearest train station: Hatfield   0.9 miles away

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