Overview

This Scientific Computing programme offered by Uppsala University focuses on the development and analysis of numerical methods, algorithms, and computational techniques for solving complex problems expressed through mathematical models. It supports research in areas such as numerical analysis, data-driven modelling, and the design of efficient algorithms for large-scale computations.

Key Facts

The academic environment is interdisciplinary, combining mathematics, computer science, and application domains within science and technology. Training enables the ability to design computational models, implement efficient solutions on advanced computing platforms, and conduct independent research addressing theoretical and applied challenges.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Numerical Analysis
Computational Methods
Data Analysis Models
Algorithms for Scientific Computing
Numerical Methods for Differential Equations
Numerical Linear Algebra
Optimisation Techniques
High-Performance Computing

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

More details

Prospective doctoral students apply for vacancies.

Language

English

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90

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62

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

240 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Visby, Sweden

Disciplines

Computer Sciences View 11 other PhDs in Computer Sciences in Sweden

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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90

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PTE Academic

62

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A person meets the general entry requirements for PhD Programmes if he or she:

has been awarded a second-cycle qualification;
has satisfied the requirements for courses comprising at least 240 credits, of which at least 60 credits were awarded in the second-cycle; or
has acquired substantially equivalent knowledge in some other way in Sweden or abroad.

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