The Integrated PhD Programme

Value added to your PhD

The Integrated PhD is a new four-year programme which comprises an initial one-year specialist taught MSc course in either:

• Computer Science
• Electronic Engineering
• Electrical Engineering

with subsequent progression to the three-year PhD degree.

This four-year programme is specially designed for international candidates, ensuring maximum opportunity to benefit from our specialized teaching and facilities in the first year of study, before undertaking the more intensive PhD research.

Your first year of study for the MSc degree will provide you with comprehensive knowledge and understanding of

• Advanced theoretical foundations of Computer Science, Electronic Engineering or Electrical Engineering
• Techniques for design and evaluation of computing, electronic and/or electrical systems
• Current important research issues and recent research developments in specialized areas

After successful completion of the first year, you will receive an MSc degree in your subject of study—Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.

The programmes have been carefully designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills required either for an academic career as a researcher and teacher, or for a career in a public or private research organization. The programmes will:

• Provide a solid technical basis for your doctoral research activity
• Provide flexibility and guidance in your choice of taught elements
• Provide a comprehensive learning environment with pastoral support
• Develop your ability to formulate and undertake research
• Enable you to work with internationally celebrated experts and to benefit from state of the art research facilities