How should I choose between the MRes, MPhil and PhD degrees?
If you have a clear idea of a specific research problem you wish to study, and also have the necessary knowledge of relevant areas of computer science to begin research work immediately, then registering for an MPhil/PhD degree would be possible. You would initially register for an MPhil degree with transfer to PhD after satisfactorily completing an initial period of study if it seems likely that the thesis will contain significant original work. If you have a general idea of an area of research you wish to pursue, or would benefit from following relevant specialist taught modules to be in a position to identify a specific research problem for study, then first registering for an MRes degree would enable you to develop your knowledge of an area of research interest before embarking on an MPhil/PhD. We do consider all applications for either MRes or MPhil/PhD with both programmes in mind, so it is not necessary to choose between the programmes when making an application. We would discus
