Overview

The PhD in Computing and Informatics at Sheffield Hallam University allows you to undertake research into a wide range of relevant areas. You’ll have the advantage of experiencing applied research first-hand, in a dynamic and diverse environment.

Features

You’ll have all the support you need to develop your skills, learning to become an independent successful researcher and make a significant contribution to knowledge in applied computing and/or informatics.

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Programme Structure

You’ll be able to choose from research areas such as:

sensor networks, data mining, biometrics, self-adaptive systems, authentication and authorisation, software development process, text analysis, assistive technology, robotics, machine intelligence, conceptual structures, human-computer interaction, computer vision, IoT, visualisation, sentiment-aware fake news detection on online social networks, improving software development practises and exploring the learning of numbers using robotic hands.

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months
Part-time
- 84 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-02-01 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-05-01 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-10-01 00:00:00

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Language

English

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130

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100

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PTE Academic

67

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IELTS

7

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Sheffield, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Computer Sciences View 86 other PhDs in Computer Sciences in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

130

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TOEFL^® IBT

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100

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PTE Academic

67

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IELTS

7

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Other requirements

General requirements

All applicants should hold a strong undergraduate degree (2.1 or above) and/or a relevant masters qualification (or expectation of the same).

All applicants must submit a completed postgraduate application form including a 1500 word research proposal.

You are encouraged to find out more about our staff and their current research to inform the development of your research proposal and to ensure it aligns with our research themes. Before submitting your proposal, please contact the member(s) of staff listed against the relevant research theme.

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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

18600 GBP / year

≈ 18600 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

5328 GBP / year

≈ 5328 GBP / year

Additional Details

Fee TBC 27/28

Living costs

Sheffield

United Kingdom

555 - 977 GBP / month

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