4 calendar years (full-time)
Computer Science (4 Year Programme) MPhil/PhD
Computer Science · PhD / Doctorate
Doctoral research programme in computer science at UCL, designed to produce independent research at the frontier of computing.
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Course snapshot
Full-time, Part-time
September
International
University College London
London, England
About this programme
The four-year doctoral programme involves an extended period of supervised research leading to the submission of a thesis, supported by research training.
What you will need
Qualifications
- UK Master's degree with Merit in a relevant discipline, or minimum upper second-class UK Bachelor's in a relevant discipline (or overseas equivalent)
Subjects
- Computer Science
- Mathematics
- Engineering
English language
UCL English language requirement for research degrees (as published)
Fees & costs
Tuition category: International
GBP: Overseas fees GBP 34,700 per year (2026/27, full-time); UK fees GBP 6,400 per year (2026/27, full-time)
Official programme information: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/prospective-students/graduate/research-degrees/computer-science-4-year-programme-mphil-phd
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