PhD in Computer Science, Mathematics and Statistics (PhD)

For PhD Computer Science, Mathematics and Statistics, tuition is Tuition and financial information available in the Graduate Calendar..

This PhD programme is offered on-campus full-time over 12 terms. It is an interdisciplinary programme delivered jointly by the Departments of Computer Science and Mathematics and Statistics. Students conduct research in computer science, mathematics, statistics, artificial intelligence, and data science. They work with expert faculty to address complex challenges in academic and industry settings.

Focus areas include Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science.

12 terms (4 years), thesis-based.

Graduates pursue research and teaching careers in academia, industry, government, and the broader community.

Master’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or similar with minimum 80% average in the last two years. English language proficiency required: IELTS 6.5 overall with no band below 6.0 or approved equivalent.

On-campus, full-time, 4 years.

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