Computing MPhil/PhD/PhD by Published works
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Duration
- MPhil Full Time (on and off-site): 12 months – 3 years MPhil Part Time (on and off-site): 30 months – 5 years PhD Full Time (on and off-site): 2 – 4 years PhD Part Time (on and off-site): 3 – 6 years PhD by Published Works Part Time (on and off-site): 1 – 2 years
- Mode
- Part-time
- Subject
- Computer Science
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Next intake
- OCT 2026
Overview
Earn your doctorate in computer science and elevate your expertise in the field with a postgraduate research degree from the University of Northampton. Whether you pursue a PhD, MPhil, or PhD by Published Works, our programmes are designed to enhance your knowledge and research abilities. Our programme is informed by active researchers, industry professionals, and academic bodies, ensuring the content is up-to-date, relevant, and engaging. As a research student, you will undertake a sophisticated research project guided by a select group of academic experts and a Director of Studies. Commitment to personal skill development and scholarly presentations is expected. Upon successful thesis defence, you will be awarded the most prestigious degree from a UK university, positioning you for advanced management roles within the industry. Applications are welcomed across all our dynamic research domains. Find out more about our Centre for the Advanced and Smart Technologies (CAST). The submission cut-off for the October intake is the 1 August, while the deadline for the March intake falls on the 11 December.
Entry requirements
| Degree | 2:1 · or above |
|---|
Fees
International students: £16,850
International: £16,850
Start dates
October 2026 / March 2026
Application deadline
No fixed deadline — apply as early as possible. Applications close when the course is full.
Campus
- Waterside Campus, Northampton, United Kingdom
Where you will study
West Northamptonshire, East Midlands, United Kingdom
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