PhD in Informatics

The PhD in Informatics is offered by the Doctoral School of Informatics (Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Informatics, VIK) and covers the spectrum of computer science and information technology. Fields of study include algorithm theory, artificial intelligence, biomedical informatics, computer graphics, computer security, critical systems, data science, embedded systems, software modeling, telecommunication networks, and quantum computing and communication.

The program is full-time and runs for 8 semesters. Students must obtain 240 credits across elective doctoral courses, guided research, publications, and contribution to teaching BSc and MSc students. Research work includes guided research with a supervisor, publication in peer reviewed international journals, and presentation of results at international conferences. The program includes a midterm evaluation and a comprehensive examination, leading to a public thesis defence.

Modules

• Elective doctoral courses
• Guided research
• Publications
• Contribution to teaching BSc and MSc students
• Advanced courses
• Teaching under guidance

The entry requirements are:

• Completed master’s studies with a result of min. 70%
• Appropriate knowledge of English
• Sufficient background knowledge in the field, proven by an online test
• Sufficient knowledge related to the selected research topic, proven at an online inverview

• Employment in leading IT firms
• Research engineers
• Professor in Hungary or at foreign institutions