Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
You can apply for and start this programme anytime. Positions open throughout the year.
Language
English
- TOEFL iBT: 90
- PTE Academic: 62
- IELTS: 6.5
Credits
240 ECTS
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Umeå, Sweden
Overview
This Computing Science programme offered by Umea University focuses on the scientific study of how computational processes can be understood, developed, and applied across scientific, technological, and societal domains. Research addresses both practical challenges and fundamental questions concerning what computational devices can achieve, while enabling substantial contributions within a chosen specialisation through original investigation.
Key Facts
The programme combines coursework, supervision, international collaboration, a mandatory mid-seminar, and extensive dissertation work. Students participate in global research environments, communicate findings in international settings, strengthen expertise through specialised training, and complete a monograph or compilation thesis that includes a public defence and a popular science component aimed at audiences beyond academia.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- Database Systems
- Distributed Systems
- Cognitive Computing
- Intelligent Robots
- Theoretical Computer Science
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
- TOEFL iBT: 90
- PTE Academic: 62
- IELTS: 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
- Advanced-level degree (Master's equivalent), or at least 240 ECTS including 60 ECTS at advanced level, or equivalent qualifications.
- At least 90 ECTS in Computing Science or subjects directly relevant to the intended specialisation.
- Equivalent knowledge acquired through other educational backgrounds may be accepted.
- Applicants must be judged capable of benefiting from doctoral education.
Tuition Fees
Doctoral students don't pay tuition fees.
Living costs — Umeå, Sweden
1,017-1,680 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.