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Heriot Watt University Dubai Campus

PO Box 294345, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

PhD Mathematical and Computer Sciences

The School in Dubai offers a unique opportunity to conduct outstanding research in the areas of Artificial Intelligence, Data Science and Information Security.  We foster a multidisciplinary research culture in collaboration with the Edinburgh Campus and are looking to strengthen mutually beneficial links with industry and government partners in the UAE. 

Research topics for PhD supervision

Research areas and topics of interest may include (but are not limited to):

Data Science

  • Predictive Analytics and Big Data Analytics
  • Semantic Technologies
  • Visualization and Software Engineering
  • Mathematical and Event-Based Modeling
  • Applications in Smart Cities, Healthcare, Finance, Logistics,  Energy and Construction

Artificial Intelligence

  • Machine Learning/Deep learning/Trust-based AI
  • Natural Language Processing and Text Analytics
  • Parallel and Evolutionary Computing
  • Multimedia, Medical Imaging and Computer Vision
  • Applications in Healthcare, Robotics, Sentiment Analysis, Social Profiling and Education

Information Security

  • Malware Detection using Machine Learning
  • Access Control Systems
  • P2P Security
  • Forensics and Cybersecurity

PhD topics in Mathematical Sciences will also be considered. In particular, topics related to Actuarial Science, Mathematical Modelling, Model Checking, Quantitative Risk Management, Islamic Finance and Takaful are welcomed.

Applications may include different areas in Finance, Insurance and Stock Market prediction.

Delivery type: Day

Intakes

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  • Sep

Application Processing Time in Days: 14

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description IELTS (1.0 -9.0) TOEFL IBT (0-120) TOEFL CBT (0-300) PTE (10-90)
Expert 9 120 297-300 86-90
Very Good 8.5 115-119 280-293 83-86
Very Good 8 110-114 270-280 79-83
Good 7.5 102-109 253-267 73-79
Good 7 94-101 240-253 65-73
Competent 6.5 79-93 213-233 58-65
Competent 6 60-78 170-210 50-58
Modest 5.5 46-59 133-210 43-50
Modest 5 35-45 107-133 36-43
Limited 4 32-34 97-103 30-36
Extremely Limited < 4 < 31 < 93 < 30

PSW Opportunity

After completion of their studies, students can change their study visa to work visa to extend their stay in Dubai.

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

Entry requirements

  • Interested applicants should complete the online application form, making clear on the form that you are applying to study at the Dubai Campus.

Supporting documents
Applicants interested in our PhD opportunities need to submit the following:

  • Copies of full academic transcripts from all previous academic degree courses and copies of certificates for degrees already awarded.
  • Confirmation of funding source and/or confirmation of sponsorship/sufficient funds to pursue studies.
  • A detailed research proposal.

English language requirements
Where English was not the medium of instruction during previous education, applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.5. Other qualifications may also be considered.

 

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  • Course Type: Full Time
  • Course Level: Doctoral Degree/PhD
  • Duration: 03 Year  
  • Total Tuition Fee: 298500 AED
    Average Cost of Living: 30000 AED /year
    Application Fee: 300 AED
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