4 years & 6 Years / Level 10 / Full-time & Part-time
A PhD from LYIT is a globally recognised postgraduate academic degree awarded to a candidate who has submitted a thesis or dissertation, based on extensive and original research in their chosen field. In most countries a PhD is the highest level of degree a student can achieve.
Normally a PhD involves three to four years of full-time study in which the student completes a substantial piece of original research. Many students who pursue a PhD, do so because they are passionate about a specific subject and want to use their research time to make important discoveries within that field. One of the great things about your PhD is that you will be able to conduct your own research.The best reasons to do a PhD are:You can make an original contribution to knowledge in your field.It may help your long-term career goals.You can work in an area that is personally interesting and enjoyable.It’s an opportunity to demonstrate your intellectual potential. For more information click here
Certain semesters of this course are taken in common with other courses.
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Minimum Entry Requirements
The course will be available to applicants who meet one of the following criteria: An Honours Degree in Computing with first or second-class honours or an equivalent qualification. A level-8 conversion style Higher Diploma in Computing with Merit 2 or higher. Level 7 Degree graduates in Computing with at least 3 years relevant work experience. Candidates who do not have an Honours degree but have significant relevant experience may also be eligible for consideration via Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Information for:
EU=€5000 per year, non-EU=€9000 per year. However there may be some opportunities for fees abatement and for scholarships. Please contact jade.lyons@atu.ie
Department Administration: +353 (0)74 9186351
Head of Department Jade Lyons Email: computing.donegal@atu.ie Telephone: +353 (0)74 9186304
School and Department Faculty of Engineering & Technology Department of Computing
Master of Science