PhD Mathematical and Computer Sciences

The School of Mathematical and Computer Sciences welcomes PhD applications in Computer Science by Research on the Dubai campus.

Applicants with an interest in the broad area of computing are encouraged to apply.

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.

Accreditation

The Dubai Campus is accredited by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) and fully licensed to teach its degrees in Dubai. All graduates receive a British degree that is accredited by Royal Charter in the UK.

Research

PhD study on the Dubai Campus will enable students to work with staff and students in Dubai in collaboration with a research group in Edinburgh performing high value and fundamental research in Computer Science. Industry-based applied research can also be pursued if the right circumstances are available.

Students will be working under the supervision of an expert academic supervisor based at the Dubai campus and supported by a second supervisor in Edinburgh, with the option of having a third supervisor if needed. In addition to time spent doing research project work, students will review scientific literature and participate in research group discussions and meetings. Students will also be expected to publish their work in high impact journals.

On completion of the research project, students spend some six months ‘writing up’ to produce a final PhD. Once the thesis has been submitted, internal and external academics will examine the student’s work and knowledge of the PhD subject.

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
• Intelligent Interactions
• 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.