European University Cyprus
PhD in Computing/Computer Science

Nicosia, Cyprus

DEGREE TYPE

PhD

DURATION

3 years

LANGUAGES

English

PACE

Full time

APPLICATION DEADLINE

EARLIEST START DATE

STUDY FORMAT

On-Campus

Key Summary

About : The PhD in Computing/Computer Science offers students an opportunity to engage in advanced research in a dynamic field. This program promotes innovation and prepares graduates to tackle cutting-edge problems in computing technologies. Students will develop their expertise through rigorous coursework and hands-on research projects under the guidance of experienced faculty.

Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue diverse career paths, including roles as research scientists, software engineers, or academics in higher education institutions. Additional opportunities may exist in data science, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity sectors. The program equips students to contribute to both academia and industry dramatically.

The doctorate degree in Computing/Computer Science provides the future Ph.D. holders with the necessary skills and abilities to become successful academics demonstrating excellence in research and making a significant contribution to the local and international research community in the field of Computing/Computer Science. Through a minimum of a 3 years period, candidates develop critical thinking, formulate their own opinions, acquire research culture, and become autonomous researchers able to plan, develop, implement and coordinate research studies as well as to the reason and present their findings to the international scientific community.

Objectives & Outcomes

General Objectives

The Program aims to:

Provide graduates with the opportunity to conduct research studies in the field of Computer Science
Cultivate ethically-responsible research studies in the field of Computer Science
Enhance the research capacity of Cyprus in the field of Computer Science
Enhance the implementation of Computer Science – related innovation activities (research & development) in the industrial sector of Cyprus
Contribute to the enhancement of the overall research culture in Cyprus

Specific Objectives

Specifically, the Program aims to:

Provide opportunities for candidates to specialize in research topics related to fields of Computer Science research
Provide candidates with the ability to formulate and evaluate Computer Science research questions by following appropriate research methodologies
Develop the candidates’ technical writing skills which will allow them to produce high-quality research documents (scientific papers, dissertation)
Develop the candidates’ presentation skills which will allow them to efficiently showcase research findings in scientific conferences
Enrich and deepen the understanding of the candidates’ knowledge of state-of-the-art Computer Science research theories
Develop the candidates’ knowledge and skills which will allow them to produce new knowledge in the field of Computer Science