Postgraduate Degrees by Research
The School offers three degrees by research; MSc, MPhil and PhD, available
as both full and part time programmes. Research degree programmes have the
objectives of training students in the skills and techniques of conducting
research,developing understanding and enthusiasm for a selected research topic,
and accelerating the development of a mature, critical and self-motivated
approach to the aquisition, organisaton and application of specicialist
knowledge. Students pursue the chosen research project under the guidance of
a member of the academic staff of the School, attending selected modules
from taught course programmes where required. Examination is by submission of
a thesis reporting the results achieved and by a oral examination based on the
thesis. The results of research are expected to be worthy of publication. The
degrees offered differ in the duration of study and scope and depth of research
expected. For an MSc by research, the application of established techniques
and concepts in new areas is acceptable. For an MPhil, evidence of originality
and independant critical assessment is expected, under the guidance of a member
of staff. Similar achievement is expected for a PhD, with a greater attainment
and eventually a greater level of independance from supervision.
Students may transfer between programmes under appropriate circumstances.
Duration
Entrance Requirements
The School would normally expect applicants for postgraduate research to have
achieved one of the following in a subject relevant to the proposed research:
- a first or good upper second class honours degree (or equivalent from an
overseas University).
- good performance in a masters level course
The School also recognises relevant industrial and academic experience and
special circumstances in the consideration of applicants.
Where English is not the first language, satisfactory performance in the
Graduate Record Examination or TOEFL may be required.
Fees
Anual fees (pounds sterling) for the academic year 95/96 are as follows:
Contact the Postgraduate Admissions Tutor if you are
uncertain whether you can register as a Home or EC student. Fees are payable in
full at the time of registration at the begining of each year of study. However,
arrangements exist whereby self-supporting students may apply to pay fees by
installments. Overseas students embarking on a course of study of more than six
months duration will not be required to pay for treatment under the British
National Health Service (except for maternity services), just as if they were
UK residents.
Scholarships
U.K. residents may be eligible for nationally funded studentships, including
EPSRC CASE awards for applicants interested in aquiring industrial experience.
The University has a number of scholarships for U.K. and overseas students,
awarded on a competitive basis.
Research students can earn extra income through demonstrating and marking in
support of the School's undergraduate teaching programmes.
How to Apply
To apply for a postgraduate place, you should complete the Application form
for Research Degree Study and return it to the Postgraduate
Admissions Tutor at the adress below. Forms may be obtained form the same
address (or using the electronic mail form provided).
The Postgraduate Admissions Tutor will be happy to discuss research opportunities
or available scholarships with you before the submission of the form.
There is no closing date for applications. However, applications for Scholarships
have a deadline of early April for starting the following October.
Enquiries regarding postgraduate degrees by research should be directed to:
Post:
Postgraduate Admissions Tutor
School of Computer Studies
University of Leeds
Leeds LS2 9JT
United Kingdom
Telephone:
0113 233 5430 (from UK)
+44 113 233 5430 (from overseas)
Fax:
0113 233 5468 (from UK)
+44 113 233 5468 (from overseas)
Email:
office@scs.leeds.ac.uk
University of Leeds, School of Computer Studies
October 1995