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Computer Science, Ph.D.
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- 36 monthsDuration
- UnavailableTuition Fee21100 GBP/yearTuition Fee
About
Committed to providing the best teaching and learning environment, our students benefit not only from excellent facilities and world-class cutting edge research carried out by staff, but from our enviable international industry links. Our Industry Liaison Committee represents leading UK and international companies, providing regular input to curriculum development, career advice to students and additional teaching resources.
Industry partners shape the way research and projects are conducted. Organisations such as BAE Systems, Jennic, Arqiva, Sure, Advantica, Toyota, Sensinode and Rolls-Royce have collaborated with the Department in order to develop new ideas and solve the challenges facing industry today.
These links with industry ensure the Department of Computer Science sits at the forefront of technological development – and also provide early opportunities for students to secure employment.
We have a talented research community which continues to make a valuable contribution to the rapidly-developing Computer Science sector, particularly in areas such as wireless communications, multimedia, logistics, healthcare, the emergency services, transport, surveillance and the environment.
Our research ranges from underlying mathematical theory to the practical creation and operation of networked systems.
Our PhD with Integrated Research Studies is a 4 year, full-time PhD which has 120 credits of additional research training spread over the first two years. This additional research training involves taught modules in research methods and in specialist advanced subjects related to the research topic undertaken.
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- Programme intensity
You can choose to do this programme part-time or full-time.
Full-time- Full-time duration 36 months
- Duration description Full-time 3 years (PhD), 2 years (MPhil)
- Average part-time duration 60 months
- Duration description Part-time 6 years (PhD), 4 years (MPhil)
- Languages
- English
- Delivery mode On Campus
Programme Structure
Our research groupsOur research ranges from underlying mathematical theory to the practical creation and operation of networked systems. Our research continues to have a positive impact in such diverse areas as wireless communications, multimedia, logistics, healthcare, the emergency services, transport, surveillance and the environment, amongst others.
- Vision, Autonomous and Human-Computer Systems (AVCH)
- Internet Systems and Network Security (ISNS)
- Theory and Applications of Formal Systems (TAFS)
English Language Requirements
You only need to take one of these language tests:
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Minimum required score:
92The TOEFL iBT ® measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The test has four sections (reading, listening, speaking, and writing), each with a score range of 0-30, for a total score range of 0-120. Read more about TOEFL iBT ®.
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Minimum required score:
6.5The IELTS – or the International English Language Test System – tests your English-language abilities (writing, listening, speaking, and reading) on a scale of 1.00–9.00. The minimum IELTS score requirement refers to which Overall Band Score you received, which is your combined average score. Read more about IELTS.
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Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Required score: Upper Second Class
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to Upper Second Class on the UK Honour scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on the UK Honour scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
Our entry requirements are usually based on a 2:1 undergraduate degree (or the overseas equivalent) in a related subject area.
A 2:1 honours degree or its equivalent, or equivalent experience in an area related to computer science.
IELTS: overall 6.5 with minimum 6.0 in each component.
Tuition Fee
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21100 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 21100 GBP per year and a duration of 36 months.
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Living costs for Loughborough
- 600 - 1000 GBP/monthLiving Costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Funding
A number of scholarships and bursaries are available (dependent on eligibility):
- Department-specific bursaries
- Scholarships
- Professional and Career Development Loans
- External charities and trusts
- Studentships
- Research Council funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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