Study Computer Science and Informatics (PhD/MPhil) at Cardiff University in the UK, School of Computer Science and Informatics
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Computer Science and Informatics (PhD/MPhil)

UK

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What will I learn?

Studying for a PhD or MPhil at the Cardiff School of Computer Science and Informatics offers you the opportunity to become part of a strong, dynamic and internationally successful research school. Research in computer science and informatics is all about going beyond current knowledge and technologies to build the computing systems of the future. Researchers here at Cardiff are currently working on new developments in areas like computer graphics, data mining, and ‘intelligent’ mobile systems. We hope that our research will enable new kinds of computing applications, products and systems to help people in areas like healthcare, the environment, security and business. Conducting research in computer science and informatics is exciting and challenging and we offer you the opportunity to work alongside our research staff who are leaders in their areas of expertise. They publish widely, edit and review for international journals, act as external examiners both within the UK and internationally, provide consultancy and secure research funding. Full-time duration - PhD 3 Years, MPhil 1 Year

Which department am I in?

School of Computer Science and Informatics

Study options

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees
£25,450.00 (US$ 32,867) per year
Living Cost- The minimum cost of living as recommended by UKVI for studying outside London is £1,023 per month. The fee mentioned is for 2024/25 entry and there may be a slight increase in the fee for 2025/26 entry.

This is a provisional fee yet to be approved

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

January 2026

Venue

Cathays Park Campus

Park Place,

Cardiff,

CF10 3AT, Wales, United Kingdom

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees
£25,450.00 (US$ 32,867) per year
Living Cost- The minimum cost of living as recommended by UKVI for studying outside London is £1,023 per month. The fee mentioned is for 2024/25 entry and there may be a slight increase in the fee for 2025/26 entry.

This is a provisional fee yet to be approved

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

July 2026

Venue

Cathays Park Campus

Park Place,

Cardiff,

CF10 3AT, Wales, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

A 2:1 Honours undergraduate degree or a master's degree, in computing or a related subject. Applicants with appropriate professional experience are also considered. Degree-level mathematics (or equivalent) is required for research in some project areas.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About Cardiff University

Cardiff University offers world-leading teaching, a vibrant campus life with diverse activities, excellent facilities, and global career prospects.

  • Ranked within top 24 research-intensive UK universities
  • 12th in the UK for graduate employability (THE, 2025)
  • 3rd most affordable student city in the UK (NatWest, 2025)
  • More than 6,300 overseas students

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