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Computer Science

PhD
Doctorate
Our PhD graduates will be able to work as academics, researchers, scholars, experts or consultants in the computing sector
Computer Science at EUC
The doctoral degree in Computing/Computer Science provides the future PhD holders with the necessary skills and abilities to become successful academics, demonstrating an 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 3 years, candidates develop critical thinking, formulate their own opinions, acquire research skills, and become autonomous researchers able to plan, develop, implement and coordinate research studies as well as to reason and present their findings to the international scientific community.

Program Summary

Languages: English
Duration:3 years
Mode of Study:On Campus
ECTS:180

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GENERAL INFORMATION FOR DOCTORAL STUDIES European University Cyprus announces every academic year a limited number of places for doctoral studies in both Fall and Spring Semester (commencing  October and February, respectively). Applications are submitted using the application form.  All necessary supporting material accompanying the application are described in the application form. Last day for submitting applications for EU Applicants:
  • For Fall Semester: Initial deadline: 15 June per year (if positions remain available, additional applications for these positions are accepted by 15 September per year)
  • For Spring Semester: 15 January per year
Last day for submitting applications for Non-EU Applicants (Due to visa requirements):
  • For Fall Semester:15 June per year
  • For Spring Semester: 1 December per year
The final selection is based on assessment of the applicant’s qualifications and personal interview(s).  
Call for Submission of Application for Doctoral Studies
The Ph.D. program of Computer Science of the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, announces a limited number of places for doctoral studies every year in one or a combination of the following areas:
  • Machine Learning
  • Network Science
  • Internet of Things
  • Network Security and Cybersecurity
  • Robotics
  • Game Theory and Applications
More information about the scientific areas of the academic staff/supervisors here Application, supporting material and admission procedure:
  1. The program is offered in English.
  2. Interested applicants are expected to submit a research proposal with their application.
  3. The application is submitted using the application form
  4. The necessary supporting material accompanying the application are described in the application form..
  5. The final selection is based on assessment of the applicant’s qualifications and personal interview(s).
For further information you may contact the Office of Admissions at 22713000 or [email protected] ADMISSION CRITERIA: The applicant to the program must be a holder of a Master’s degree in an area relevant to Computer Science or its equivalent, which is approved by the School as the basis for admission to the program. Applicants are assessed on the basis of their academic record, other relevant qualifications, and their statement of research interests and description of a possible area of research. Applicants must have a Grade Point Average (GPA) B or higher, in accordance with the EUC’s grading system. The School, after examining the content of the applicant’s previous academic studies, in relation to the proposed area of specialization/research area/discipline, reserves the right to request from applicants to take additional master level courses of the program M.Sc. in Computer Science (or any other master level courses) and/or pass specified appraisals prior to admission. View Past Dissertation Submissions View the past version of the program.
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Degree RequirementsECTS
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Specific Coursework - Courses30
3
Comprehensive Qualifying Examination10
4
Preparation and Submission of a Thesis - Dissertation Proposal20
5
Ph.D. Project90
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Ph.D. Thesis - Dissertation30
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Total Requirements180

Doctorate – Computing/Computer Science

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Specific Coursework - Courses30 ECTS
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CodeCourse TitleECTS
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CSC700Research Methods in Computer Science10
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CSC710Computer Science Topics Research Seminar10
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CSC720Special Topics in Computer Science10
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Comprehensive Qualifying Examination10 ECTS
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Preparation and Submission of a Thesis - Dissertation Proposal20 ECTS
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Ph.D. Project90 ECTS
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Ph.D. Thesis - Dissertation30 ECTS
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