Students who have a deep interest in computing and information systems, and who have a strong foundation in the computing disciplines through previous study, are invited to apply for entry to the Master of Philosophy (MPhil) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degrees.

In these programs students work in close collaboration with one or more supervisors, first to establish mastery of the techniques and methods used in that research area; then to understand the state-of-the-art solutions in that area as they apply today; and finally, to extend, enhance, refine, or augment those solutions.

Both of these programs are assessed via submission of a research thesis that is reviewed by independent examiners external to the University.

Over the course of the MPhil and PhD degrees most students in the computing sciences achieve publication of at least some of their research results, and it is also common for students to have presented their work at major international conferences by the time they complete their studies and submit their theses.

In these degrees, students enter an academic apprenticeship, and are an important component of the collegial life of the department.

Finding a Supervisor

To identify possible supervisors, prospective students are encouraged to make preliminary contact with staff of interest to them, see the Departmental Staff Listing, and the staff personal pages that are linked from that listing. Students are also encouraged to study the list of Departmental Research Groups.

Further Information

General enquiries about admission and procedures may be lodged via the enquiries forms linked from the School of Engineering pages listed below.

MSE: Master of Philosophy in Engineering

MSE: PhD in Engineering