
Course Overview
The PhD Computer Science MPhil/PhD at Royal College of Art is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about advancing knowledge and professional skills. Based in Battersea, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time and part-time structure. The MPhil / PhD Computer Science at the RCA is based in the Computer Science Research Centre and welcomes researchers from cross-disciplinary backgrounds to address strategic themes such as computer graphics and visualisation, smart and interactive technologies, artificial intelligence, and information systems. It emphasises interdisciplinary, experimental research and encourages collaboration with industry partners to deliver real world impact. The centre promotes a creative integration of art, design and STEM, reflecting the RCA’s ambition to unite these fields to tackle global challenges. International tuition fees are £8,550 per year, home/UK fees are £10,450 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission.
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📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| Postgraduate Requirement | Key details Full-time or part-time study School or Centre Computer Science Research Centre Current location Battersea Next open event 26 May 2026 Join Research Open Day Next application deadline 3 Jun 2026 Still accepting applications Career opportunities PhD study leads to a range of opportunities. You might become a researcher in industry or government or an academic in an international institution. It is an opportunity for you to investigate a research question or issue in depth, enabling you |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£8,550
per year
Home Student Fee
£10,450
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
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