PhD in Computer Science - Computer Architecture in Irvine United States | University of California Irvine

University of California Irvine | Irvine United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD 26,802
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
72 months

The field of Computer Science covers both theoretical foundations and practical applications in designing, analyzing, and building computer systems, along with computing's diverse applications across various disciplines. Key research domains include: (1) AI and machine learning, (2) bioinformatics, (3) computer system design, (4) embedded technologies, (5) visual computing and computer vision, (6) data management systems, (7) interactive media and game development, (8) networked and decentralized systems, (9) language processing and compiler design, (10) cybersecurity and encryption, (11) algorithmic development and evaluation, and (12) computational science.

Computer architecture research explores different facets of defining, creating, and enhancing computer systems. Faculty researchers investigate numerous subjects within this domain, such as processor and memory microarchitecture, the relationship between compilers and system software, optimization for performance and energy efficiency, heterogeneous computing with FPGAs and GPUs, architectures for emerging memory technologies, security-oriented hardware design, and parallel computing. Researchers in this field also actively develop and construct computer hardware systems.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 7.0

Qualification Requirements

Applicants will be evaluated on the basis of their prior academic record. Applicants for the M.S. are expected to have a bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field. Ph.D. applicants will additionally be evaluated in their potential for creative research and teaching in Information and Computer Sciences.

Applicants are expected to have (1) skills in computer programming at least equivalent to those obtained in college-level courses in programming and language development, (2) skills in mathematics equivalent to those obtained in complete college-level courses in logic and set theory, analysis, linear algebra and modern algebra, or probability and statistics, (3) data structures, analysis of algorithms, automata theory, or formal languages, and (4) computer architectures.

All applicants are evaluated on the materials submitted: letters of recommendation, official GRE test scores (optional for M.S./Ph.D. in Informatics, M.S./Ph.D. in Software Engineering, the Master of Human Computer Interaction and Design, and the Master of Software Engineering) official college transcripts, statement of purpose, and personal history statement.

An applicant to the M.S./Ph.D. in Informatics, M.S./Ph.D. in Software Engineering, the Master of Human Computer Interaction and Design, or the Master of Software Engineering is strongly encouraged to submit additional material that enriches their application and speaks to the applicant's strengths (e.g., design portfolio, link to GitHub profile, GRE test scores, scholarly papers submitted and/or published, writing samples).

TOEFL iBT minimum score of 80
IELTS - An overall minimum score of 7.0 for admission, with a score of no less than 6.0 on any individual module.
Have a minimum cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0

Tuition USD 26,802

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