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PhD of Computing

The University of Buckingham

Buckingham, United Kingdom
3 years
English
On campus
PhD

About the program

A one-year research master's in Computing completed through an independent supervised thesis.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (3): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Critically evaluate concepts and methods in Computing in Research Master to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in programming
Algorithms and computational problem-solving. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.

Career outcomes

Software Developer
Systems Analyst
Application Developer

Curriculum

Independent research project in Computing guided by a supervisor
Supported by research training and regular supervisory meetings
And completed with a thesis for examination. Students join the school's research community and its research training and events.

Entry requirements

Academic

First or upper second-class degree (UK level 6) and normally a master's degree
or significant relevant experience
Research proposal and interview or Teams contact
First or upper second class degree and/or Merit or Distinction at master's
No GPA published.

Accepted academic background

First or upper second-class degree (UK level 6) and normally a master's degree, or significant relevant experience, Some courses admit a 2:1 with 3+ years of practitioner experience, Professional qualifications considered, Research proposal and interview.

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts
Passport Copy
English Language Test Results (if required)
Research Proposal.

How to apply

Review the qualification-specific admission and research requirements. Prepare academic transcripts
Identification
References
a research proposal if required. Contact a potential supervisor where the university requires it. Submit the application and supporting documents
Complete any required interview
await the admission decision.

Other costs

Tuition per year	£15,750 GBP
Application fee	£50 GBP
Deposit	£3,200 GBP

Program details

Campus	Buckingham
Faculty or school	School of Computing
Department	Computer Science and Information Technology
Teaching language	English
Credit value	360
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	3
Scholarship note	University scholarships exist, Awards are course- and eligibility-specific.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
7 Dec 2026
24 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 3 years.