PhD Studentship in Computer Science: Trusted Edge-Cloud Continuum

PhD Studentship in Computer Science: Trusted Edge-Cloud Continuum

Award Summary

100% Home fees covered and a minimum tax-free annual living allowance £18,622 (2023-24 UKRI rate)

Overview

In the era of cloud computing, the emergence of the trusted edge-cloud continuum has opened new frontiers in secure and efficient data processing. This paradigm combines the power of edge devices and cloud resources to enable real-time data analysis and decision-making while preserving data privacy and security. However, this convergence also presents a set of pressing research challenges including data confidentiality and integrity.

The proposed research aims to develop a comprehensive framework for data confidentiality and integrity within the trusted edge-cloud continuum, leveraging Trusted Platform Module (TPM), Intel Software Guard Extensions (SGX), and ARM TrustZone as key components. These trusted execution environments, in conjunction with advanced encryption and access control methods, provide a robust foundation for safeguarding sensitive information during data transfers and ensuring the authenticity and integrity of exchanged data, all while optimising resource efficiency and enhancing system security.

Number Of Awards

1

Start Date

April 2024

Award Duration

3.5 Years

Application Closing Date

30 January 2024

Sponsor

School of Computing

Supervisors

Dr Devki Nandan Jha

Eligibility Criteria

You must have, or expect to gain, a minimum 2:1 Honours degree or international equivalent in Maths, Engineering or Computer Science. A strong programming background will be highly advantageous.

The studentship covers only home fees (UK and EU applicants with pre-settled/settled status and meet the residency criteria). International applicants are welcome to apply but will be required to cover the difference between Home and International fees. 

Applicants whose first language is not English require an IELTS score of 6.5 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each subsection.

International applicants may require an ATAS (Academic Technology Approval Scheme ) clearance certificate prior to obtaining their visa and to study on this programme. 

How To Apply

To apply for a studentship, you must register and apply through the University’s Apply to Newcastle Portal  

Once registered select ‘Create a Postgraduate Application’.  

Use ‘Course Search’ to identify your programme of study:  

• search for the ‘Course Title’ using the programme code: 8050F
• Research Area: Computing Science
• select ‘PhD Computer Science (full time) – Computing Science’ as the programme of study 

You will then need to provide the following information in the ‘Further Questions’ section:  

• a ‘Personal Statement’ (this is a mandatory field) – upload a document or write a statement directly in to the application form  
• the studentship code COMP2154 in the ‘Studentship/Partnership Reference’ field  
• when prompted for how you are providing your research proposal – select ‘Write Proposal’. You should then type in the title of the research project from this advert – and provide your own statement. 

 In addition, before you submit your application you will need to upload the following supporting documentation:  

• covering letter and CV. The covering letter must state the title of the studentship, quote reference code COMP2154 and state how your interests and experience relate to the project   
• degree transcripts and certificates and, if English is not your first language, a copy of your English language qualification if already completed.  

You will not be able to submit your application until you have submitted all required documents/information. 

Contact Details

Dr Devki Nandan Jha