Computer Science PhD is an undergraduate degree at Queen's University Belfast, based in Belfast, taught full-time over 3 years.
About this course
The School of Electronics, Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EEECS) aims to enhance the way we use technology in communication, data science, computing systems, cyber security, power electronics, intelligent control, and many related areas.
You’ll be part of a dynamic doctoral research environment and will study alongside students from over 40 countries world-wide.
We supervise students undertaking research in key areas of computer science, including:
- Artificial Intelligence
- Cybersecurity
- Computing Systems
- Power Electronics
- Robotics
- Sensor-based Systems
- Wireless Communications
Within the School we have a number of specialist research centres. As part of a lively community of over 100 full-time and part-time research students you’ll have the opportunity to develop your research potential in a vibrant research community that prioritises the cross-fertilisation of ideas and innovation in the advancement of knowledge.
Many PhD studentships attract scholarships and top-up supplements. PhD programmes provide our students with the opportunity to acquire an extensive training in research techniques.
MPhil programmes provide our students with the opportunity to acquire an extensive training in research techniques.
Under the direction of your supervisory team you will be expected to submit your thesis at the end of two years for MPhil (or part-time equivalent).
Study Options
This course is available in 4 study options:
Duration: 4 Years
Qualification: MPhil
Location: Belfast
Duration: 3 Years
Qualification: PhD
Location: Belfast
Duration: 6 Years
Qualification: PhD
Location: Belfast
Duration: 2 Years
Qualification: MPhil
Location: Belfast
Career Prospects
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Course Details
- Qualification
- Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
- Study Mode
- Full-time
- Duration
- 3 Years
- Start Date
- 2025
- Academic Year
- 2025
- Campus / Location
- Belfast
- Scheme
- Undergraduate
- Subjects
- Computer science
2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ