United KingdomDoctoral / PhDComputer & Technology

PhD Computer Science

University of York, York

Overview

A research degree in which the student completes an original piece of research under academic supervision, either on a self-defined topic or an advertised PhD opportunity. Full-time study is three years.

Highlights

  • Original research with supervision
  • Advertised PhD opportunities available

Entry requirements

Academic
An honours degree in computer science or a related field, with a 2:1 or first-class honours (or overseas equivalent).
English language
IELTS 6.0 overall, with no less than 5.5 in each component (Computer Science, research degrees 2027/28).

Working after you graduate

Bachelor's and master's graduates on a Student visa may apply in the UK for the Graduate visa: two years if applying by 31 December 2026, or 18 months if applying on or after 1 January 2027.

Checked on 10 October 2026. Official source.