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Computing, MPhil, PhD, MSc by Research

Abertay University, the United Kingdom

Abertay University

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The award How you will study Study duration Course start Domestic course fees International course fees
MPhil, PhD, MSc by ResearchFull-time, Part-time1 - 6 yearFebruary, June, OctoberGBP 4407 per yearGBP 14750 per year

About Computing, MPhil, PhD, MSc by Research - at Abertay University

This is a potential research degree area, subject to the approval of the University. If you are interested in undertaking a research degree in this area, please make contact with the Dean to discuss your proposal.

Computing research at Abertay benefits from membership of SICSA (Scottish Informatics and Computer Science Alliance), our relationships with technology companies such as Microsoft and NCR, the Police and other public bodies, and our leading research and testing facilities, including our Emergent Technology Centre. Postgraduate students at the University will have access to research and development opportunities, as well as contact with professionals working within the computing industry.

Postgraduate research is conducted with a focus on a variety of applications, such as security-related applications and investigations, the exploration of user experiences with technology, including immersive experiences, human computer interaction and accessibility, and usable security. Our interdisciplinary culture at Abertay also combines research in Computing with other areas, in particular through interactions with Cybersecurity, Games, Psychology and Food.

Abertay is the lead partner for a Cybersecurity research and development centre as part of the Tay Cities Deal, offering expertise in applied research and access to a range of public-sector support for local businesses and public bodies.

Entry requirements

If you're not from the European Economic Area (EEA) and/or Switzerland, you may need to apply for a visa. You can find out more about applying for a visa and collecting your Biometric Residence Permit (BRP) on our Tier 4 visa page. To identify whether or not you need to apply for a visa, please visit the UKBA website.

If your first language is not English or your undergraduate/Master's degree was not taught in English, you are also required to hold a suitable English language certificate.

If you require a Tier 4 visa, you must provide one of the following English language certificates:

  • West African at B(4)
  • NECO at B(4)
  • IELTS 6.5 with no band less than 6.0*

If you do not need a Tier 4 visa or are an EEA national, you are permitted to use one of the following:

  • TOEFL 80 with no band less than 18*
  • Pearson's PTE 61 with no band less than 56*

*The University can only accept these qualifications if they were completed two years prior to the start of the programme.

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