Postgraduate Research Introduction

In the School of Computer Science you can study for the research degrees of PhD, MPhil and MRes.  PhD and MPhil should be viewed as a preparation for careers in research and development. MRes offers general research training and skills for those intending to pursue a career that requires an understanding of research.  It is also the perfect stepping stone to a PhD programme.

Research Areas

If you are thinking about doing a research degree in the School of Computer Science you should first look at our research areas .  This will give you a broad introduction to the sorts of research we undertake.  If you need more detail there are links to the individual research groups from that page.  The People listing in the menu gives links to staff personal web pages, where you can find further details of the research they support.

Applying

The next step is to make an on line application.  Your application should include a research proposal , which should be written in your own words.

Funding Opportunities

Please see the University Studentships page.  Information about funding for international PhD students is maintained by the University's  International Office.

Please discuss any scholarship application with a potential supervisor first, and apply well in advance of the scholarship deadline.

General Information

The online prospectus page also contains details about student life and the University generally, including the latest details of fees, awards for graduate study and information for Overseas Students.

The University's Postgraduate Virtual Open Day also has lots of information.