Overview

• Subject:
  Computing Digital & AI
• Subject-category:
  Computer Science
• Duration:
  1 year
• Course Level:
  Phd/DBA
• Tution Fees:
  £22500
• Intakes:
  January, 2027,

University Details

Aston University is a leading public university in Birmingham, UK, known for career-focused education, strong industry links, and a vibrant city-centre campus.

English Requirement

If English is not your first language, you must provide proof of English proficiency. For postgraduate research and related programmes like Computer Science MRes, Aston University generally expects a **minimum IELTS Academic overall 6.5 (or equivalent) — for example **TOEFL, PTE, etc. — with at least 6.0 in each component. 

General Requirement

Academic: You normally need a UK upper second-class honours degree (2:1) or international equivalent in Computer Science or a closely related subject, plus a brief research proposal and a professional reference as part of your application.

In short: 2:1 degree in computer science or related discipline with a research proposal.

Course Specification

A research-focused Master’s by Research (MRes) where you combine research methods training with an extended independent research project in areas like AI, machine learning, cybersecurity, software engineering or data science. It’s ideal if you’re aiming for a PhD or research-oriented career.

 What You Study

• Core research skills module to build research design and analytical abilities.

• Optional specialist modules (e.g., Neural Networks, NLP, Machine Learning, Cybersecurity, Software Engineering).

• Major research project (MRes Major Project) – a substantial independent investigation under supervision.

 Skills Gained

Develop advanced research capability, technical depth in computing topics, programming proficiency, analytical thinking, and reporting skills

 It’s a 1-year research-intensive master’s blending specialist taught modules with a major independent project in computer science