Overview

Students of the Informatics - LFCS - Theory and Foundations of Computer Science, Databases, Software and Systems Modelling programme offered by The University of Edinburgh benefit from being part of one of the largest and strongest groups of theoretical computer scientists in the world.

The research is aimed at establishing deep understanding of computation in its many forms. Using advanced mathematical principles, we create theories and software tools allowing fundamental capabilities of computation to be explored, as well as designing languages that can be used to construct safe and effective programs.

Career opportunities

The graduates are in high demand for postdoctoral academic roles. In addition, the skills you will graduate with can be applied to roles in industry, particularly finance, software development and consultancy.

Programme Structure

Areas of research include:

Algorithms And Complexity

Cryptography

Databases

Logic

Programming Languages And Semantics

Performance Modelling

Quantum Computing

Security And Privacy

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 72 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-14 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-06 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-05-01 00:00:00

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More details

If you are not applying for this funding, you must submit your completed application at least three months before your desired entry date.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

92

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IELTS

6.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Information Technology (IT) Computer Sciences Information Systems View 6 other PhDs in Information Systems in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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92

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, with a strong background in mathematics.

You must prove that your English language abilities are at a high enough level to study this degree programme.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

34800 GBP / year

≈ 34800 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

6300 GBP / year

≈ 6300 GBP / year

Additional Details

Part-time tuition fees per year:

Scotland/ Rest of UK: £3,150

International/EU: £17,400

Living costs

Edinburgh

United Kingdom

725 - 1167 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Additional Details

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