Overview
Computer Science and Mathematics of Security from Rovira i Virgili University can meet the need for professionals who are able to lead research groups in the field of computer systems and information and communications technology. As a result, industrial companies will be able to recruit holders of doctoral degrees to meet the increasing demand for innovative services, which require the design and development of new computing models, new algorithms for solving problems, smart systems, and new designs for computers and telematic services.
Careers
The scope of this doctoral programme cuts across many fields of application and enables graduates to find work in many different sectors, especially those committed to computer systems.
Increasingly, companies and institutions look for people with skills related to research tasks to carry out innovation or technology transfer projects related to computer engineering.
As it forms part of the Southern Catalonia Campus of International Excellence (CEICS), this doctoral programme offers career opportunities in the priority areas of the CEICS: Chemistry and Energy, Health, Tourism, and Heritage and Culture.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Co-supervision of final undergraduate projects or master's degree theses
- Training in research projects
- Security and privacy in computer systems
- Artificial intelligence, robotics and vision
- Telematic architectures and complex networks
- Mathematics
Lecturers
Arenas Moreno, Àlex (ICREA); Bras Amorós, Maria; Castellà Roca, Jordi; Domingo Ferrer, Josep (ICREA); Duch Gavaldà, Jordi; García García, Miguel Ángel (personal externo , UAM); García López, Pedro; Gómez Jiménez, Sergio; Sánchez, Marc; Martínez Ballesté, Antoni; Moreno Ribas, Antonio; Puig Valls, Domènec; Rallo Moya, Robert; Riaño Ramos, David; Rodríguez Velázquez, Juan Alberto; Sánchez Ruenes,
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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To enter you must pre-enrol during one of the following stages:
- 08/07 - 02/11
- 11/01 - 01/03
- 15/06 (at the request of the program coordinator)
Language
Delivered
Disciplines
Mathematics Computer Sciences IT Security View 5 other PhDs in Mathematics in SpainAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- A personal letter of motivation
- The academic record of the students' university studies
- Curriculum vitae
- Spanish identity card, passport or Foreigners’ Identity Number (NIE), if it is the first time you have studied at the URV.
Tuition Fee
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International
766 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 766 EUR per year during 36 months. -
EU/EEA
548 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 548 EUR per year during 36 months.
- Approximate cost for first year
- Second and successive academic year for both EU and NON-EU students - 548€
Living costs for Tarragona
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.