Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting February 2027
- Apply before Oct 2026, International This is an estimated deadline. The deadline is applicable to students from outside the European Economic Area who want to study within the EEA, or to students who want to study outside the EEA but are not nationals of that country.
- Apply before Jun 2027, International This is an estimated deadline. The deadline is applicable to students from outside the European Economic Area who want to study within the EEA, or to students who want to study outside the EEA but are not nationals of that country.
More details
- Application Deadlines for European and Local Students - Please call the Office of Admissions.
Language
English
TOEFL® IBT: 79. TOEFL iBT® is accepted by more than 13,000 universities and other institutions in over 160 countries. The test can be taken at a test center or at home. The test measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The score refers to the total score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading), each subject has a range of 0 - 30.
IELTS: 6.5. The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading).
Credits
180 ECTS
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Nicosia, Cyprus
Disciplines
Computer Sciences
Overview
The Computer Science programme at University of Nicosia enables doctoral candidates to acquire advanced theoretical knowledge and high-level technical skills in a specialized subfield of Computer Science. Through sustained engagement in original research, students develop the capacity to advance the state of the art in their chosen discipline and contribute meaningfully to the international scientific community.
Graduates of the programme are trained to conceptualize, design, implement, and lead substantial research projects that result in the generation of new knowledge and deeper scientific understanding. Emphasis is placed on research autonomy, critical thinking, ethical research conduct, and scholarly communication, preparing graduates to operate at the forefront of academic research or within advanced industrial and research laboratories. Visit the programme website for more information
Career
Graduates of the PhD in Computer Science are qualified to pursue advanced academic, research, and innovation-driven careers in both the public and private sectors. Indicative occupational profiles include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Academic Researcher / University Faculty Member Employment in universities and higher education institutions as postdoctoral researchers, lecturers, or faculty members, engaging in teaching, supervision of students and original scientific research.
- Research Scientist Employment in national or international research centers, laboratories, or institutes, contributing to the design and execution of advanced research projects in areas such as artificial intelligence, data science, networks, cybersecurity and emerging computing technologies.
- Industrial Researcher / R&D Specialist
Programme Structure
Assessment comprises of the examination of the thesis proposal, the thesis, the presentation of the thesis as a public lecture and the oral examination (viva).
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: 79. TOEFL iBT® is accepted by more than 13,000 universities and other institutions in over 160 countries. The test can be taken at a test center or at home. The test measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The score refers to the total score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading), each subject has a range of 0 - 30.
IELTS: 6.5. The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading).
Other requirements
General requirements
- The minimum requirement for admission to the doctoral degree programme is a Master’s Degree and a Thesis Proposal. Applicants with a computer science related Master’s Degree and a strong Computer Science Bachelor’s Degree will also be considered.
- In addition to the above, applicants must also satisfy the following requirements:
- Publications: Previous theses/dissertations and any published work of academic relevance (if any)
- Research work and published articles (if any);
- Statement of purpose
- Initial Research Proposal: An initial proposal (4,000 – 6,000 words) outlining the research topic, aims and objectives, research questions and proposed research methodology, substantiated by literature
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International (Non-residents): 8,407 AUD / year ≈ 5,160 EUR / year
- EU/EEA Nationals: 8,407 AUD / year ≈ 5,160 EUR / year
Living costs
Nicosia, Cyprus: 938-1,411 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.