Brunel University
Computer Science PhD
Brunel University

Key Course Facts

Course Description

Research areas: distributed and mobile computation; distributed systems; advanced database systems; information visualisation; multimedia information systems; multimedia information superhighways; multimedia applications; information systems and organisational information; database systems; information systems seminars; information systems workshop; software development methodology; networked organisations; main research areas are: adaptive information systems; information systems development; strategic information systems; interaction and multimedia; simulation and intelligent modelling..

Entry Requirements / Admissions

Requirements for international students / English requirements

IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)

    • 6.5
    • All other courses
    • 6.5
    • Graduate Degrees Arts, Social Sciences, Education and Social Work
    • 7.0
    • Graduate Degrees Law
    • 6.0
    • Graduate Degrees Science, Technology and IT
    • 6.5
    • Undergraduate Degrees Arts, Social Sciences, Education and Social Work
    • 6.5
    • Undergraduate Degrees Law
    • 6.0
    • Undergraduate Degrees Science, Technology and IT
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Computer Science, PhD, if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

The general University entrance requirement for registration for a research degree is normally a First or Upper Second Class Honours degree. All international students must show evidence that they meet the English requirement for their course of study. This applies even if English is the native language of your home country. An appropriate level of English language competence is also expected.

Costs

Tuition Fees Computer Science PhD

EU £4596
England UK £4596
Northern Ireland £4596
Scotland £4596
Wales £4596
International £20450

Average student cost of living in the UK

Rent £518
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) £50
Supermarket shopping £81
Clothing £35
Eating out £33
Alcohol £27
Takeaways / food deliveries £30
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) £24
Holidays and weekend trips £78
Transport within city £17
Self-care / sports £20
Stationary / books £13
Mobile phone / internet £13
Cable TV / streaming £7
Insurance £51
Other £95
  
Average student cost of living £1092

London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.

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About Brunel University

Established in 1957, Brunel University is located in the large town of Uxbridge, in suburban London. Thanks to its location, Brunel University has numerous public transport connections to London, which students make use of for expanding their options when it comes to work experience placements. The admission rate is lower than in many universities, so applicants should prepare their personal statements and interviews well when applying to enrol here.

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Student composition of Brunel University

undergraduates:
11215
postgraduates:
4730
Total:
15945
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FAQ about Computer Science PhD Brunel University

  • Tuition fees for this programme are 4596 per year for UK students. In addition to the tuition fees you should also take into consideration the average monthly cost of living for students in the UK.

  • Computer Science PhD is taught on campus and cannot be taken online at Brunel University.