HighWire PhD
HighWire is a world-class, cross-disciplinary and user centric Doctoral Training Centre at Lancaster University which brings together our expertise in Computing, Design and Management.
We go beyond multidisciplinary approaches by seeking a creative fusion between three key disciplines, aiming to produce a new breed of innovative people who are able to make advances in technical, design and business innovation.
The programme's relevance is ensured by our close alignment with the needs and goals of business and industry. We encourage technology exchange and early adoption of emerging technologies, processes and ideas. HighWire graduates can work in challenging roles in organisations, driving radical change in the digital economy.
The programme spans four years beginning with formal and practical training, leading to a Masters of Research (MRes) and then progressing to PhD study.
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Essential Info
For Entry: 2013
Director of Studies: Professor Gordon Blair.
Discipline Specific Advice: Professor Gordon Blair (Computing and Communications); Dr Leon Cruickshank (Design); Dr Mike Chiasson (Management).
Entry Requirements: Upper second class honours degree or Masters degree or equivalents in one of the following disciplines; Computing, Design or Management.
IELTS: 6.5 or equivalent.
Assessment: Original research and thesis.
Funding: All applicants should consult www.lancs.ac.uk/pgfunding/
Fees: View details of our current Postgraduate Research fees or Postgraduate Taught fees.
Duration: Full time 36 Month(s)
Department: Computing and Communications (School of)
Phone: +44 (0)1524-510311
Course Structure
For information on the course structure as followed by our current students, please see Lancaster University's Online Courses Handbook