Informatics: ICSA: Computer Architecture, Compilation and System software, Networks and Communication

Course Overview

The PhD Informatics: ICSA: Computer Architecture, Compilation and System software, Networks and Communication at The University of Edinburgh is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about designing solutions for real-world challenges. Based in Edinburgh, Scotland, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 3-year full-time and part-time structure. The Institute for Computing System Architecture (ICSA) will provide you with academic resources and industry links that are among the best in the world. We are home to the UK’s largest group of PhD researchers in the field, and host a Centre of Excellence in partnership with ARM, the world’s largest microprocessor intellectual property provider. We are also a member of the European Network of Excellence on High Performance and Embedded Architecture and Compilation. A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 83% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £37,000 within three years, a 89% continuation rate, and 85% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Tuition Fees & Funding

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