Overview
Studying for a PhD or MPhil in the area of Human Factors Technology at Cardiff University, will see you join the School as part of a successful team of researchers with a range of industrial partners and academic collaborators.
Distinctive features
- Our longstanding, strong and dynamic research culture has given rise to our international reputation for world-class research.
- The School supports work in this area with a substantial investment in research facilities and infrastructure.
- Vibrant research culture that includes School and themed seminar programmes and conference/travel opportunities.
- Dedicated support and training to boost your research-themed knowledge and skills.
Programme Structure
Our research covers a number of evolving, state-of-the-art topics, many of which are listed as priorities in our research:
- Human factors technology
- When considering whether to joining us as a research student in this area, you should review these topics and activities to make sure that you have similar interests.
- Please contact a lead member of staff in this area to help identify a suitable supervisor with whom you can discuss the nature and direction of your research work.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- Part-time
- 60 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
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Disciplines
Computer Sciences Human Computer Interaction View 55 other PhDs in Computer Sciences in United KingdomAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
Research proposal
- a summary of your chosen research area, which briefly describes the state-of-the-art and lists the shortcomings and questions that your study will address
- an outline of the methods and techniques that you propose applying
- the name of a prospective supervisor (or a list of prospective supervisors), and a description of how your proposal relates to their research interest and expertise (note that your application will not be considered without this)
- a list of references that you have cited in the above
- upload an example of previous work, such as a journal or conference paper that you have contributed to, or a chapter of a dissertation from your MSc or undergraduate degree.
Tuition Fee
Tuition fees status is determined during the processing of applications, so we are unable to confirm this in advance or advise on fees status decisions.
Living costs for Cardiff
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
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.