Informatics: LFCS: Theory and Foundations of Computer Science, Databases, Software and Systems Modelling

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in engineering and technology with the PhD Informatics: LFCS: Theory and Foundations of Computer Science, Databases, Software and Systems Modelling at The University of Edinburgh. 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 Laboratory for Foundations of Computer Science (LFCS) continues to lead the way in the development of mathematical models, algorithms, theories and tools that probe the possibilities of computation and communication. Our students benefit from being part of one of the largest and strongest groups of theoretical computer scientists in the world. Our research is aimed at establishing deep understanding of computation in its many forms. A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 94% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £37,000 within three years, and a 90% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

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