Overview

Research

Computer and Information Sciences at the University of Strathclyde researches a wide range of areas including theoretical computer science, human-computer interaction, information sciences and software systems.

Our research projects are funded by a wide range of organisations including the Engineering & Physical Sciences Research Council, the Arts & Humanities Research Council, the Economic & Social Research Council and the European Union.

Programme Structure

You can study either option in any of our research groups:

Cybersecurity
Digital Health & Wellness Group
Strathclyde iSchool Research Group
Mathematically Structured Programming

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00

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More details

Most PhD students start in October, so they move forward as one cohort, but you can start at any time of year.

Language

English

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80

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IELTS

6.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Glasgow, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Information Technology (IT) Computer Sciences Web Technologies & Cloud Computing View 20 other PhDs in Information Technology (IT) in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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80

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

We look for a first-class or upper second-class UK Honours degree, or overseas equivalent, in a computer sciences discipline from a recognised academic institution.

During the application you'll be asked for the following:

your full contact details
transcripts and certificates of all degrees
proof of English language proficiency if English is not your first language
two references, one of which must be academic
funding or scholarship information
research proposal of 250-1,000 words in length, detailing the subject area and topic to be investigated.

Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

30300 GBP / year

≈ 30300 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

5238 GBP / year

≈ 5238 GBP / year

Living costs

Glasgow

United Kingdom

620 - 1012 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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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Research

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Glasgow

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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