UK – Open University PhD Research Studentship in Computing
PhD Research Studentship
Department of Computing
£12,300 p.a. Student stipend for 3 years
Based in Milton Keynes
We are seeking an outstanding graduate to join our PhD programme. The full-time studentship includes a stipend of £12,300 per annum and all fees. The Department will support travel to conferences to present published research papers.
We are particularly seeking students to work in the area of empirical studies of software development, especially the human and social aspects of the software development process. A list of other PhD topics is at: http://computing.open.ac.uk/Research/List_PhD_Proposals.cfm.
Applicants are encouraged to contact potential supervisors to discuss their research proposals before applying. The studentships are available to all applicants, including those from outside the EU.
Applicants should have a BSc honours degree (2:I or higher) or MSc (or equivalent) in Computing or a cognate discipline. In exceptional circumstances, candidates who do not meet the stipulated entry requirements may also be eligible.
For detailed information and how to apply the postgraduate admissions tutor, Dr Neil Smith (n.smith@open.ac.uk) or email the Research School (http://www.open.ac.uk/research-school/).
Closing date: 15 January 2007.
Disabled applicants who meet the essential job requirements will be interviewed. Further particulars are available in large print, disk or audiotape (minicom 01908 654901).
We promote diversity in employment and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
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