PhD in Computer vision and artificial intelligence at Edge Hill University
Graduate School
Salary: Each GTA studentship includes a ‘package’ with a total value just under £26,000 per annum for UK based applicants and over £34,000 for international applicants per annum. Commencing Saturday 30 September 2023.
Post Type: Full Time
Reference: GTA18-1122
A fantastic opportunity to study for a 3-year funded doctorate whilst gaining valuable teaching experience.
About the Research Project
All advertised projects for this research area can be found here.
Please direct any questions about the project to Professor Ardhendu Behera ([email protected]) in advance of submitting your application.
To apply for this research area, please scroll to the bottom of the page and click the ‘apply’ button. Contact [email protected] if you have difficulty accessing the form.
About You
You will have a 2.1 or above undergraduate degree in a relevant subject, whilst a Masters degree would also be an advantage. You should have a passion for pursuing original research in your subject area along with the desire to develop your teaching ability by supporting an experienced and dynamic undergraduate programme team.
Highly motivated, resilient and with the determination to succeed, you will be committed to undertaking a PhD and will possess strong written and oral communication skills along with excellent organisational skills.
Please note:
- If you already have a PhD in the research area you are applying for, your application will not normally be considered unless submitted for a suitably different research area.
- Applicants who have applied more than two times previously should not normally apply again with the same research project.
About the Graduate Teaching Assistant Role
Graduate Teaching Assistants hold a unique position in the University, being both registered postgraduate researchers (PGRs) and carrying out teaching/teaching support duties.
PGRs will be expected to:
- Complete a programme of researcher development sessions.
- Undertake tailored continuing researcher development.
- Complete a programme of training in teaching in Higher Education.
- Complete a PhD programme of research under the guidance of an appointed supervisory team.
- Undertake up to six hours teaching a week as directed by the Head of Department.
- Undertake up to nine hours per week of marking and preparation.
- Enhance the research culture of the department in which they are located, and of the University as a whole, by participating in development activities including publication and presenting at conferences.
Rewards & Benefits
We want you to feel happy when you come to work and proud when you go home. From the moment you join us you have the opportunity to enhance your skills. In addition to having the opportunity to enrol on our Postgraduate Certificate in Teaching in Higher Education (PGCTHE) to support your professional development, we offer a range of specialist development sessions and courses. In addition to the wide range of development opportunities available, the University has a strong focus on the wellbeing of its staff. You will have access to an award-winning staff health & wellbeing programme, benefit from discounted membership to our state-of-the-art sport and leisure facilities and so much more. This is just a taste of what we can offer you at Edge Hill University.
Each GTA studentship includes a ‘package’ with a total value just under £26,000 per annum for UK based applicants and over £34,000 for international applicants per annum. This includes:
- Overall payment of £17,668 per annum which is aligned with the UKRI rate. This is split into a salary of £12,168 per annum and £5,500 per annum tax free to contribute to the cost of accommodation
- Full waiver of research degree tuition fees worth approximately £4,700 per annum for UK PGRs and £14,000 per annum for international PGRs
- Full waiver of the Postgraduate Certificate in Teaching in Higher Education tuition fee (worth approximately £1740)
- Entitlement to sick pay, maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave, in accordance with University policies and procedures.
Applicant Guidance
- Applicant guidance: Applicant guidance can be found here. Please read this before applying.
- Project contact: Staff contacts for each research area can be found on the webpage lined under ‘about the research project’ above. You are strongly encouraged to speak with them about the area you are interested in, in order to identify a prospective supervisor in advance of applying.
- Job description and person specification: You should read the job description and person specification carefully.
How to Apply
At Edge Hill University we value the benefits a rich and diverse workforce brings to our community and therefore welcome applications from all sections of society.
Applicants must complete the online application form via www.edgehill.ac.uk/jobs and attach 5 separate documents in the following order:
- A ‘Research Proposal’ which should not exceed 2,000 words
- A full academic curriculum vitae
- Qualification certificates – please ensure these are translated into English
- Scanned copy of your passport
- IELTs, or equivalent, paperwork – click here for detailed guidance (international and EU applications only).
- It is very important you review the guidance and seek clarification regarding this paperwork before applying if you have any questions.
- Letters of recommendation, or requests to waive the language entry requirements, will not be accepted.
Applications without the above paperwork will not be considered for shortlisting.
To apply for this research area, please scroll to the bottom of the page and click the ‘apply’ button. Contact [email protected] if you have difficulty accessing the form.
Interview Arrangements
Interviews are expected to be held in March 2023. The exact date will be confirmed in due course. Panel availability is limited. Shortlisted candidates will be offered one interview slot only.
Project Information is available alongside the job description above.
Key Contacts
Please think about the support you need and contact one of the areas directly.
- Research project and supervision questions: see the details under ‘about the research project’ to speak with the research degree contact responsible for your area of interest
- Application form and employment questions: please contact [email protected]
- PhD registration and qualification questions: please contact [email protected]
Staff availability
Please note that the university is closed from the evening of the 22nd December 2022 until 3rd January 2023. Staff will respond to you upon their return. It is highly advised that you speak with staff at the earliest opportunity to avoid encountering any delays due to the scheduled break.
Location : England
Closing Date : 09 January 2023
Click Here to Submit your Application on the University Website
PhD in AI-based Crop Disease Monitoring and Detection at Ulster University
Summary
Plant diseases may affect the root, steam and leaves of plants resulting in a sizable drop of revenue for farmers as crop’s quality is affected and may lead to food shortage and food chain disruption [1]. Traditionally, a crop disease can be detected by visual inspection which can be a tedious enterprise which is time and effort consuming, and errors prone. Farming has developed extensively in the last few decades taking advantages from developments in chemistry, physics, sensing technology, data processing and analytics, artificial intelligence and IoT [1,3-4]. The demand for mobile portable applications in agriculture has increased as portable technology ubiquitousness allows for a wider deployment and a better cost-effectiveness. With the technology, farmers can identify and detect early infections and diseases and hence mitigate their impact, improve treatments outcome and can prevent further infections from re-occurring. Portable spectroscopy can be used to detect the presence of diseases on leaves and categorise healthy plants from unhealthy ones. Such a technology has found use in many agro-food applications as it offers short processing times, cost-effectiveness, portability and ease-of-deployment [2,5].
Spectroscopy is the analysis of matter and its interaction with electromagnetic radiations; and a spectral signature is the variation of reflectance or emittance of a material with respect to wavelengths. It is a non-destructive way to find the fingerprints of components; and hence is a suitable method to inspect plants’ samples.
Reflectance is a measure of electromagnetic energy that bounces back from the surface of a material; and the leaf reflectance in the visible and near-infrared ranges are influenced by a variety of interactions (including leaf surface and water content) which can lead to a suitable use in classification and detection. Further, green vegetation spectral signatures can show pigmentation in plant tissues as Chlorophyll growth is affected. Hence it can be used for anomaly detection in remote sensing applications. Counting the number of insects of various species is important for planning pest control, and for guiding agricultural policy. Computer vision algorithms can be trained with the captured footage to detect the soil conditions, analyse the aerial view of the overall agricultural land, and assess crop health information. Computer vision-enabled machines can be used in sorting and grading the harvest; while automating such tasks can offer efficiency [2,3].
Hyperspectral imaging in agriculture can significantly extend the range of farming issues that can be addressed using remote sensing. Almost every farming issue (weeds, diseases, etc.) changes the physiology of plants, and therefore affects its reflective properties. Healthy and unhealthy crops reflect the sun light differently which renders it possible to detect such changes in the physiology of the plants and correlate them with spectra of reflected light.
Hence the objectives of this research proposal are:
To address the complexity of crop disease monitoring and detection in the context of smart farming taking account of different data types.
To develop a solution that integrates both computer vision and spectroscopy related information.
To design an AI based system for classification of diseases and anomaly detections.
Essential criteria
Applicants should hold, or expect to obtain, a First or Upper Second Class Honours Degree in a subject relevant to the proposed area of study.
We may also consider applications from those who hold equivalent qualifications, for example, a Lower Second Class Honours Degree plus a Master’s Degree with Distinction.
In exceptional circumstances, the University may consider a portfolio of evidence from applicants who have appropriate professional experience which is equivalent to the learning outcomes of an Honours degree in lieu of academic qualifications.
Desirable Criteria
If the University receives a large number of applicants for the project, the following desirable criteria may be applied to shortlist applicants for interview.
- First Class Honours (1st) Degree
- Masters at 70%
- Experience using research methods or other approaches relevant to the subject domain
- Work experience relevant to the proposed project
- Publications – peer-reviewed
Funding and eligibility
The University offers the following levels of support:
Vice Chancellors Research Studentship (VCRS)
Full award (full-time PhD fees + DfE level of maintenance grant + RTSG for 3 years).
This scholarship will cover full-time PhD tuition fees and provide the recipient with £18,000 (tbc) maintenance grant per annum for three years (subject to satisfactory academic performance).
This scholarship also comes with £900 per annum for three years as a research training support grant (RTSG) allocation to help support the PhD researcher.
Applicants who already hold a doctoral degree or who have been registered on a programme of research leading to the award of a doctoral degree on a full-time basis for more than one year (or part-time equivalent) are NOT eligible to apply for an award.
Applicants who already hold a doctoral degree or who have been registered on a programme of research leading to the award of a doctoral degree on a full-time basis for more than one year (or part-time equivalent) are NOT eligible to apply for an award.
Vice-Chancellor’s Research Bursary (VCRB)
Part award (full-time PhD fees + 50% DfE level of maintenance grant + RTSG for 3 years).
This scholarship will cover full-time PhD tuition fees and provide the recipient with £8,000 maintenance grant per annum for three years (subject to satisfactory academic performance). This scholarship also comes with £900 per annum for three years as a research training support grant (RTSG) allocation to help support the PhD researcher.
Applicants who already hold a doctoral degree or who have been registered on a programme of research leading to the award of a doctoral degree on a full-time basis for more than one year (or part-time equivalent) are NOT eligible to apply for an award.
Vice-Chancellor’s Research Fees Bursary (VCRFB)
Fees only award (PhD fees + RTSG for 3 years).
This scholarship will cover full-time PhD tuition fees for three years (subject to satisfactory academic performance). This scholarship also comes with £900 per annum for three years as a research training support grant (RTSG) allocation to help support the PhD researcher.
Applicants who already hold a doctoral degree or who have been registered on a programme of research leading to the award of a doctoral degree on a full-time basis for more than one year (or part-time equivalent) are NOT eligible to apply for an award.
Department for the Economy (DFE)
The scholarship will cover tuition fees at the Home rate and a maintenance allowance of £18,000 (tbc) per annum for three years (subject to satisfactory academic performance).
This scholarship also comes with £900 per annum for three years as a research training support grant (RTSG) allocation to help support the PhD researcher.
- Candidates with pre-settled or settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme, who also satisfy a three year residency requirement in the UK prior to the start of the course for which a Studentship is held MAY receive a Studentship covering fees and maintenance.
- Republic of Ireland (ROI) nationals who satisfy three years’ residency in the UK prior to the start of the course MAY receive a Studentship covering fees and maintenance (ROI nationals don’t need to have pre-settled or settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme to qualify).
- Other non-ROI EU applicants are ‘International’ are not eligible for this source of funding.
- Applicants who already hold a doctoral degree or who have been registered on a programme of research leading to the award of a doctoral degree on a full-time basis for more than one year (or part-time equivalent) are NOT eligible to apply for an award.
Due consideration should be given to financing your studies. Further information on cost of living
Recommended reading
N.N. Che’Ya,, N.A. Mohidem, ; Roslin, N.A.; Saberioon, M.; Tarmidi, M.Z.; Arif Shah, J.; Fazlil Ilahi, W.F.; Man, N. Mobile Computing for Pest and Disease Management Using Spectral Signature Analysis: A Review. Agronomy 2022, 12, 967.
F. Asharindavida, O. Nibouche, J. Uhomoibhi, H. Wang, and J. Vincent, “Evaluation of olive oil quality using a miniature spectrometer: A machine learning approach,” in Proc. SPIE, vol. 11754, pp. 17–28, Apr. 2021.
P. A. Dias, A. Tabb, and H. Medeiros, “Multispecies Fruit Flower Detection Using a Refined Semantic Segmentation Network,” IEEE Robot. Autom. Lett., vol. 3, no. 4, pp. 3003–3010, 2018.
Daniel Caballero, Rosalba Calvini, José Manuel Amigo,Hyperspectral imaging in crop fields: precision agriculture, Data Handling in Science and Technology, Elsevier, vol.32,2019, pp.453-473.
M. Ahmad, Muhammad, Asad Khan, Adil Mehmood Khan, Manuel Mazzara, Salvatore Distefano, Ahmed Sohaib, and O. Nibouche. 2019. “Spatial Prior Fuzziness Pool-Based Interactive Classification of Hyperspectral Images” Remote Sensing 11, no. 9: 1136
Location : Northern Ireland
Closing Date : 27 FEBRUARY 2023
HOW TO APPLY FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP
Click Here to Submit your Application on the University Website
PhD in Artificial Intelligence and Music at Queen Mary University London
UKRI Centre for Doctoral Training in Artificial Intelligence and Music (AIM)
12+ Fully-funded PhD studentships to start September 2023
Call open to UK Home and International student applicants
Covers fees and a stipend for four years
Application deadline: 31 January 2023
Why apply to the AIM Programme?
- 4-year fully-funded PhD studentships available
- Extensive choice of projects, drawing on a supervisory team of over 30 academics
- Access to cutting-edge facilities and expertise in artificial intelligence (AI) and music/audio technology
- Comprehensive technical training at the intersection of AI and music through a personalized programme
- Partnerships with over 25 companies and cultural institutions in the music, audio and creative sectors
For more information on the AIM Programme structure click here.
Who should apply?
We are on the lookout for outstanding students interested in the intersection of music/audio technology and AI. Successful applicants will have the following profile:
- Hold or be completing a Masters degree at distinction or first class level, or equivalent, in Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, Music/Audio Technology, Physics, Mathematics, or Psychology. We also accept applicants holding or completing a Masters degree at distinction or first class level, or equivalent, in Music Performance/Composition or Musicology, provided that the applicant has a suitable technical background to undertake a PhD in AI and Music. In exceptional circumstances we accept applicants with a first class Bachelors degree who do not hold a Masters degree, provided that applicants can provide evidence of equivalent research experience, industry experience, or specialist training.
- Programming skills are strongly desirable; however we do not consider this to be an essential criterion if candidates have complementary strengths.
- Musical training (any of performance, production, composition or theory) is desirable but not a prerequisite.
For this call we are accepting applications from UK Home students and International students, as well as students supported by national and international funding bodies, such as the China Scholarship Council (CSC), CONACYT, and the Commonwealth PhD Scholarships scheme. Queen Mary’s commitment to our diverse and inclusive community is embedded in our student admissions processes. We particularly welcome applications from women and under-represented groups, and from applicants in all stages of life.
Funding
We have 12+ fully-funded 4-year PhD studentships available for students starting in September 2023 which will cover the cost of tuition fees and will provide an annual tax-free stipend (£19,668 in 2022/23). The CDT will also provide funding for conference travel, equipment, and for attending other CDT-related events. For more information on external PhD studentships and self-funded please visit http://www.aim.qmul.ac.uk/apply .
External PhD studentships
The AIM programme welcomes applications from students who have sponsorship for PhD study from numerous international funding agencies including:
China Scholarship Council (CSC)
Commonwealth PhD Scholarships
CONACYT (Mexico)
Higher Education Commission, Pakistan
Islamic Development Bank
Please see the PhD funding page for full details of Queen Mary’s funding partners, including other schemes not listed here.
Important information for CSC applicants: the AIM programme is able to offer tuition fee waivers to applicants who receive PhD studentships from the China Scholarship Council (CSC). Applications must state on their application form that they intend to apply for CSC funding. Following the PhD offer acceptance, applicants will then need to submit a separate studentship application to the CSC. Following a change in CSC regulations, applicants should ensure that they have met the English language requirements by the point of offer in order to be eligible for CSC funding.
Self-Funding
It is always possible to apply to the AIM programme as a self-funded student or with funding from another source. Please be aware that you will need to be able to prove that you have the funding to cover the tuition fees, living costs, and the additional travel and accommodation costs required for this course.
Tuition fees vary according to your fee status. To discuss living costs, tuition fees and additional programme costs, please contact us at [email protected]
Visa fees and healthcare surcharge
Please note that for international students on a student visa, the AIM programme is not able to cover any visa application fees and/or the healthcare surcharge (currently at £400 per year).
How to apply
To apply for the AIM PhD Programme, complete the online application form which can be found at:
https://mysis.qmul.ac.uk/urd/sits.urd/run/siw_ipp_lgn.login?process=siw_ipp_app&code1=RFQM-G4ZG-09&code2=0005
The deadline for applications is on 31 January 2023 (23:59 GMT). Interviews are expected to take place in early March. Decision notifications will be sent in April and May.
What you should include in your application:
- Fully complete application form, transcripts of your previous degree(s), and a Curriculum Vitae PDF document. Overseas applicants from non-English speaking countries must include a proof of English language ability (see details on English requirements below).
- A two page A4 “Research Proposal” – a PDF document in which you provide a description of your top choice of PhD topic. You can either: (i) Select a PhD topic from the list of suggested AIM PhD topics; or (ii) Propose your own PhD topic, which will have to fall in the intersection of Artificial Intelligence and Music. In your research proposal, we strongly encourage you to list up to 3 PhD topics in order of preference, either from the list of suggested AIM topics or based on your own suggested topic(s). You should describe only one topic in detail in your research proposal document. You should use 11pt fonts in the document; references do not count in the page limits. We encourage you to contact your chosen supervisor for an informal discussion – this will also help you to put together your research proposal, which is an integral part of your application. Note: submission of a research proposal is mandatory, irrespectively if you are choosing a topic from the pool of suggested PhD topics or if you are proposing your own topic; applications without a research proposal will not be considered.
- A one page A4 “Personal Statement” – a PDF document in which you set out your previous academic or other experience relevant to your proposed research interests, why you wish to undertake this research at QMUL, and why you want to do the AIM PhD – think of it like a covering letter to explain why you want to apply for the AIM PhD.
- Two references are required – either two academic, or one academic and one work related reference. Your academic referee must be able to comment on the standard of your academic work and suitability for postgraduate level study. Where appropriate, a second referee can provide comment on your professional experience (if you are unable to obtain references prior to submission please send/ask your referee to send it to the following email address, including the application number in the subject: [email protected]).
- Select a supervisor – in case you have chosen a PhD topic from the list of suggested AIM PhD topics, this would be the topic’s respective supervisor. In case you are suggesting your own topic, have a look at the list of academics at the School of EECS: http://eecs.qmul.ac.uk/people/academic/ and the research groups in the School: http://eecs.qmul.ac.uk/research/research-groups/. Make sure to contact possible supervisors in advance and agree who would be you supervisor and what the topic would be.
- In the box “How do you intend to finance your studies at Queen Mary” – if you are not looking for a scholarship and you will be self-funded please state “self-funded”. If you have or are applying for another source of funding such as China Scholarship Council please state this.
Additional tips for completing your application:
- The online application link above will take you directly to the “PhD FT Artificial Intelligence and Music – Semester 1 start” application form (Course reference RFQM-G4ZG-09). Please use that link to complete your application.
- Note that each new PhD cohort starts in September, you cannot start at any other time of the year.
- For faster processing of your application, please submit all application documents in PDF format (please avoid uploading DOC, DOCX, JPG, PNG etc files).
- Please note: We will share the application details you submit to Queen Mary with the AIM programme industry/academic partners (when the proposed or selected project you have applied for involves an external partner) since it will be necessary for admission selection and the performance of any contract between you and Queen Mary/AIM CDT. Please refer to the privacy notice for applicants and our Data Protection Policy for further information.
- If you are an overseas student there is helpful advice on our International pages and on the UK Council for International Student Affairs website.
- The standard requirement for English at the School of EECS is IELTS 6.5 overall or an equivalent certificate. More details about language requirements for postgraduate research students in the School of Electronic Engineering and Computer Science can be found in the international students section.
- If you have a serious problem with the online application form please email [email protected]. For informal enquiries related to the AIM Programme and application process please email any questions to [email protected]
- We strongly encourage you to list in your application more than one PhD topic, preferably 3 topics (this information should be stated in the research proposal document).
- In the online application form, under section “Other Information”: for question “How do you intend to finance your studies at Queen Mary University of London?” please use the “I am a QMUL PG Research Studentship applicant” response.
- The AIM PhD Programme is a four year full-time programme and you must be able to commit full-time to the programme. In exceptional circumstances the programme allows for part-time study at 50% minimum; if you wish to be considered for part-time study, please include your justification for part-time study in a cover letter submitted with your application.
- We recommend applicants to check these 3 resources:
- FindaPhD – Writing a Good PhD Research Proposal: https://www.findaphd.com/advice/finding/writing-phd-research-proposal.aspx
- QMUL DCE CDT website – it has presentation slides and video recordings of some workshops run by the CDT with guidelines on writing your research proposal: https://www.qmul.ac.uk/dce/applications/
- IGGI CDT website – on recommendations for writing a research proposal.
Location : London
Closing Date : 31 January 2023
Click Here to Submit your Application on the University Website
PhD in Exploring Decision-making Around Data Access at University of West England
Introduction
College of Business and Law at the University of the West of England in Bristol invites applications for a fully funded PhD studentship in Data Science on the topic of “Exploring Decision-making Around Data Access”.
Start date of this studentship: 1 April 2023
Studentship details
Greater availability of confidential government data for research has dramatically increased the opportunities for policy-relevant social science analysis. This has been driven by two factors: technological and procedural developments allowing highly secure but researcher-friendly analysis environments, and legislative changes.
However, there are still significant barriers to greater use of public data resources, and these arise partly from the institutional structure of government. These barriers can arise at different stages: at the conceptual level of granting access to data sources, when determining rules for using the data, when reviewing specific applications.
This PhD will investigate these institutional barriers. The PhD proposal may seek to explore the topic from an economic, psychological, organisational or other perspective, but should include a strategic concept of primary research using interviews with relevant parties. The PhD candidate will be able to draw on DRAGoN’s extensive network of contacts, but will also be expected to develop their own sources of information.
The researcher experience is central to an understanding of data access processes. We therefore expect that the PhD candidate will either have experience of using confidential data facilities such as the Secure Research Service, Secure Data Service, eDRIS or SAIL, or would be willing to work with UWE microdata researchers to develop that experience.
The studentship reflect ongoing commitment of the College of Business and Law at UWE to the development of its doctoral programmes.
Prospective student will be based in the Bristol Business School, which is home to several multidisciplinary research groups.
Doctoral students at the College benefit from comprehensive support and guidance from UWE Doctoral Academy, including extensive professional development programme, research skills training and careers advice. Find out more about the Doctoral Academy.
For an informal discussion about the studentship, please contact Director of Doctoral Research, Dr Pawel Capik at [email protected].
For an informal discussion about the project proposal please contact Professor Felix Ritchie at [email protected].
Funding
Studentship is available from 1 April 2023 for three years, subject to satisfactory progress, and includes tax exempt stipend at £17,668 per annum.
Full-time home/international tuition fees will be covered for up to three years.
Eligibility
Applicants must have at least 2.1 degree in economics, management or cognate discipline, and preferably Masters degree (with average programme mark of no less than 65%, UK grading scale or international equivalent).
A recognised English language qualification is required. IELTS score of 7.0 overall, or equivalent.
How to apply
- Prepare your research proposal (no more than 5 pages all-inclusive; font size 11, 1.5-spacing, 2-inch margins). This should ideally happen in consultation with the potential supervisor.
- You should contact the potential supervisor with an advanced draft of the proposal to confirm they are willing to support your application.
- Submit your formal application online. When prompted use the reference number 2223-APR-FBL05
Supporting documentation: you will need to upload your research proposal, all your degree certificates and transcripts and your proof of English language proficiency as attachments to your application so please have these available when you complete the form.
References: you will need to provide details of two referees as part of your application. At least one referee must be an academic referee from the institution that conferred your highest degree. Your referee will be asked for a reference at the time you submit your application, so please ensure that your nominated referees are willing and able to provide references within 14 days of your application being submitted.
Location : Bristol, England, UK
Closing Date : 15 January 2023 18:00 pm (UK time)
Click Here to Submit your Application on the University Website
Further Information
Interviews will take place in February. If you have not heard from us by 31 January 2023, we thank you for your application but on this occasion you have not been successful.
PhD in Reinforcement Learning on Autonomous Driving at the University of Freiburg
Open Positions
PhD Positions
The job offers a novel perspective to relevant problems in robot perception, state estimation, manipulation, and navigation in order to enable robots to reliably operate in more complex domains and real-world environments. The candidates are expected to conduct independent research and at the same time contribute to the ongoing projects, and guide master and bachelor students.
ABOUT THE CANDIDATE: The candidate should hold a Master of Science degree in robotics, machine learning, computer science, applied mathematics or a related field. The candidate should have a strong mathematical background and programming skills including in deep learning frameworks such as pyTorch or TensorFlow. Prior research experience in one or more of the following areas: deep learning methods for robot vision, navigation and control, deep learning for SLAM, self-supervised and unsupervised learning, imitation and reinforcement learning, multimodal learning, and autonomous navigation. We furthermore expect outstanding qualifications, the motivation to obtain a Doctoral degree and the interest to work in an interdisciplinary environment. Finally, we require applicants to have excellent communication skills in English. International candidates are encouraged to apply, knowledge of the German language is not required.
ABOUT FREIBURG: Wikipedia says about Freiburg: “…The city is known for its ancient university and its medieval munster, as well as for its high standard of living and advanced environmental practices. The city is situated in the heart of a major wine-growing region and serves as the primary tourist entry point to the scenic beauty of the Black Forest. According to meteorological statistics, the city is the sunniest and warmest in Germany…”
The application documents should consist of a single PDF file and include:
- Research statement
- Copy of bachelors and masters transcript of records
- Email addresses of at least two professors or persons authorized to supervise dissertation projects that can provide a reference
- Curriculum vitae. Please indicate your relevant skills, scientific publications, awards, research videos and/or code, professional profile(s)
- Any documents providing evidence of academic achievements, relevant practical experience, and qualifications earned at or outside of the university
Applications should be sent via email to [email protected] with the tag [PhD] in the subject line. Applications will be considered until the positions have been filled.
MSc Projects and Theses
Our small group is only able offer projects/theses to exceptional candidates that match the criteria that we are looking for. We expect the student to have taken one or more courses related to deep learning, robotics, computer vision, and reinforcement learning. We strongly recommend doing a MSc project with us before inquiring about a MSc thesis. Master students enrolled at the University of Freiburg can request to do the project or thesis on the following topics:
- Deep learning methods for robot vision
- Manipulation and control
- Deep learning for SLAM
- Self-supervised and unsupervised learning
- Imitation and reinforcement learning
- Multimodal and cross-modal learning
- Autonomous navigation
Please email [email protected] with the tag [MSc-project] or [MSc-thesis] in the subject line and include the following information:
- What courses have you taken so far?
- Please attach your transcript of records
- What are your topics of interest?
- Have you worked on any related projects?
- How would you rate your Python and C++ coding skills?
- What deep learning libraries have you worked in?
- How would you rate your ability to understand DL/RL papers and implement the concepts?
MSc in Freiburg
You can apply to the central MSc program if you wish to study your masters at the University of Freiburg. We offer a AI masters program which enables you to specialize in areas such as robotics, artificial intelligence, machine learning, image processing and computer graphics. You can find more information on applying at https://www.tf.uni-freiburg.de/en/study-programs/computer-science/m-sc-computer-science.
Internships and Research Visits
If you are currently doing a postdoc, PhD, or master’s in a field very closely related to our group’s research and would like to visit our group, please email [email protected] with the tag [Intern] in the subject line. If you are applying for the DAAD-WISE scholarship, please send your full application details via email to [email protected] with the tag [DAAD-Wise] in the subject line. We have a strict selection criteria and we only accept outstanding candidates.
Location : Germany
Closing Date : 31st January 2023
HOW TO APPLY FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP
Click Here to Submit your Application on the University Website
Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship Program at University of Toronto
Brief description:
The Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship Program at the University of Toronto is intended to recognize international students who demonstrate exceptional academic achievement and creativity and who are recognized as leaders within their school. A special emphasis is placed on the impact the student has had on the life of their school and community, and their future potential to contribute positively to the global community.
Host Institution(s):
University of Toronto, Canada
Level/Field of study:
Undergraduate programme offered at the University
Number of Awards:
Each year, approximately 37 students will be named Lester B. Pearson Scholars.
Target group:
International students from around the world, including international students studying at Canadian high schools.
Scholarship value/inclusions/duration:
The scholarship will cover tuition, books, incidental fees, and full residence support for four years.
Eligibility:
To be eligible to apply to the Pearson International Scholarship, you must be:
- • an international student (i.e. a non-Canadian requiring a study permit);
- • currently in your final year of secondary school or have graduated no earlier than June 2022
- • beginning your studies at the University of Toronto in September 2023 (students already attending post-secondary studies cannot be considered; students starting their studies in January 2023 at another post-secondary institution cannot be considered)
Application instructions:
To become a Pearson Scholar, you must be nominated by your school and apply to undergraduate studies at the University of Toronto. To apply, you’ll need to:
- • Receive a nomination from your school. (High schools not already contacted/verified are asked to submit an application for nomination rights available here.)
- • Apply to study at the University of Toronto to begin your studies in 2023 and complete your application for admission by the appropriate deadlines.
- • Once the University received a nomination and you’ve applied to the university, you can complete the online Lester B. Pearson Scholarship application.
The school nomination deadline is 30 November 2022. The student admissions deadline is 14 December 2022 (you are recommended to apply before 7 November 2022). The scholarship application deadline is 16 January 2023.
It is important to visit the official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.
Location :Canada
Closing Date :16 Jan 2023
HOW TO APPLY FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP
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Gates Cambridge Scholarships for International Students
Brief description:
The Gates Cambridge Scholarships are one of the most prestigious international scholarships in the world. Scholarships are awarded to outstanding applicants from countries outside the UK to pursue a full-time postgraduate degree in any subject available at the University of Cambridge.
Host Institution(s):
University of Cambridge, United Kingdom
Level/Field of study:
PhD, MSc or MLitt, or a one year postgraduate course in any subject offered at the University.
Courses which are NOT eligible for Gates Cambridge Scholarships:
- • Any Undergraduate degree such as BA (undergraduate) or BA affiliated (a second BA)
- • Business Doctorate (BusD)
- • Master of Business (MBA)
- • Master of Finance (MFin)
- • PGCE
- • MBBChir Clinical Studies
- • MD Doctor of Medicine degree (6 years, part-time)
- • Graduate Course in Medicine (A101)
- • Part-time degrees
- • Non-degree courses
- • MASt courses (from September 2022)
Number of Awards:
About 80 scholarships are awarded each year.
Target group:
Citizens of any country outside the United Kingdom.
Scholarship value/inclusions:
A Gates Cambridge Scholarship covers the full cost of studying at Cambridge including tuition fees, maintenance allowance (£18,384 for 12 months at the 2022-23 rate), travel costs, visa, etc. It also provides additional, discretionary funding such as academic development funding, family allowance, fieldwork, etc.
Read about the full scholarship value at this link.
Eligibility:
You can apply for a Gates Cambridge Scholarship if you are:
• a citizen of any country outside the United Kingdom.
• applying to pursue one of the following full-time residential courses of study: PhD, MSc or MLitt, or a one year postgraduate course.
Application instructions:
Applications for the academic year 2023-24 entry will open in 15 September 2022.
Applicants submit their application for admission and funding (Gates Cambridge and other funding) via the University’s Graduate Application Portal. To be considered for a Gates Cambridge Scholarship you must complete the section to apply for admission to a course and a College place and the Gates Cambridge part of the funding section.
There are two Gates Cambridge application deadlines: 12 October 2022(for US citizens resident in the USA) and either 1 December 2022 or 5 January 2023 depending on the course (for all other eligible applicants).
It is important to read the How to Apply section and visit the official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.
Location :UK
Closing Date :3 Jan 2023
HOW TO APPLY FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP
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University of Auckland International Student Excellence Scholarship
Brief description:
The University of Auckland International Student Excellence Scholarship is being made available for new International undergraduate and postgraduate students who are applying to study taught PGDip or Masters of 120 points or more, or who are applying to study undergraduate degrees (with overseas secondary or post-secondary qualifications). Studies can be in any subject.
The main purpose of the Scholarship is to attract new international students of high caliber to enroll in undergraduate or postgraduate taught study of 1 year or more at the University of Auckland.
Host Institution(s):
University of Auckland
Level/Field(s) of study:
Bachelors, Postgraduate Diploma or Masters (taught) degrees in any subject
Number of Scholarships:
50
Target group:
International students
Scholarship value/inclusions:
Up to 50 Scholarships will be awarded bi-annually with each scholarship valued at up to $10,000, for postgraduate and undergraduate study.
Eligibility:
Applicants must be new international students who have received an unconditional offer, or English Language Academy (ELA) students who have received a conditional offer, of study to undertake a Postgraduate Diploma or Masters (taught) of 120 points or more, or an undergraduate degree (applying with overseas secondary or post-secondary qualifications) at the University of Auckland. Applicants should generally have a grade point equivalent (GPE) of at least 6.00.
The basis of selection will be academic merit, the quality of the letter of application and endorsement by the applicant’s referee. The country of origin of the applicant may also be considered by the selection committee.
Application instructions:
Next applications will open on 10 October 2022.
Scholarship applications will usually open around 6 weeks before the closing date. The application deadline for studies commencing February 2023 is 21 November 2022 or 20 April 2023 for studies commencing July 2023.
It is important to read the scholarship regulations visit the official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.
Location :New Zealand
Closing Date :20 April 2023
HOW TO APPLY FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP
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American University Emerging Global Leader Scholarship
Brief description:
The AU Emerging Global Leader Scholarship is targeted to high-achieving international students who wish to pursue a Bachelor’s Degree in the US and who are dedicated to positive civic and social change. It is intended for students who will be to returning home to improve under-resourced, underserved communities in his/her home country.
Host Institution(s):
American University, Washington DC, USA
Level/Field(s) of study:
Any undergraduate study offered at the University
Number of Scholarships:
One (1) scholarship is available
Target group:
The scholarships are targeted to international students from any country who are not U.S. citizens, U.S. permanent residents, or dual citizens of the U.S. and another country.
Scholarship value/inclusions/duration:
The AU EGL scholarship covers all billable AU expenses (full tuition, room and board). The scholarship does not cover non-billable expenses such as mandatory health insurance, books, airline tickets and miscellaneous expenses (approximately U.S. $4,000).
It is renewable for a total of four years of undergraduate study, based on continued satisfactory academic performance.
Eligibility:
Preference will be given to:
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- International students who have overcome various obstacles and challenges as well as those from diverse and underrepresented global and socioeconomic backgrounds.
- A minimum 3.8 GPA equivalent (or in the top 10% of graduating class) for 9th-12th grades.
- A demonstrated commitment to leadership, volunteerism, community service and to advancing the needs of people in their home country.
- Students with one of the following: 95+ TOEFL iBT (all subscores must be 20 or above); sub-scores of 24+ on the paper-based TOEFL (Taken after May 31, 2017); 7.0+ IELTS (all subscores must be 6.0 or above); 33 minimum SAT Reading Subscore; 29 minimum ACT English; 65 minimum PTE; 120+ Duolingo (all subscores must be 110 or above); or Cambridge Assessment English score of 185 or higher. Each sub-score must be 169 or higher.
- Students who are still enrolled in secondary/high school and graduating by June 2023.
- Important: Students in the IB system should plan to graduate with a full IB diploma with at lease 3 HL subjects. Students studying in the British A-Levels system must complete at least 3 A levels and finish 13 years of study before August 2023.
You are NOT eligible to apply if:
– You are a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or dual citizen of the U.S. and another country.
– You are enrolled in or have already begun any post-secondary studies at another university in your home country or the United States.
– You graduated secondary school earlier than 2021.
Application instructions:
To apply to the AU Emerging Global Leader Scholarship, you must apply and complete the AU EGLS application, Common or Coalition Application, and international admissions process by 15 December 2021 (priority deadline) or by 15 January 2023 at the latest. AU EGLS applicants must apply Regular Decision for fall (August) 2023. Do not apply Early Decision (ED).
It is important to visit the official website (link found below) to access the application form and for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.
Location :USA
Closing Date :15 Dec 2022/15 Jan 2023
HOW TO APPLY FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP
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Danish State Tuition Fee Waivers and Scholarships at Roskilde University
Brief description:
A limited number of Danish state tuition fee waivers and scholarships are offered to highly talented students at graduate level, who come from countries outside of the EU/EEA and need a residence permit to study at Roskilde University.
Host Institution(s):
Roskilde University in Denmark
Level/Field(s) of study:
Eligible Masters programmes offered at the University for September 2023 entry:
• Master in Environmental Science
• Master in Global and Development Studies
• Master in International Politics and Governance
• Master in Media and Communication
• Master in Nordic Urban Planning Studies
• Master in Computer Science
Number of Scholarships:
Limited
Target group:
International students outside the EU/EEA
Scholarship value/duration:
Tuition fee waiver and a scholarship of DKK 7,800 per month to cover living expenses in Denmark.
The tuition fee waiver and scholarship has a maximum length of 22 months for programmes that start in September.
Eligibility:
In order to be eligible to apply for a tuition fee waiver and scholarship, you must be a non-EU/EEA citizen that is required to pay tuition fees and apply to one of the master’s programmes that offer scholarships.
Application instructions:.
You apply by uploading a motivational letter and CV outlining your academic and occupational background to your online application for admission to the master’s programmes before 15 January 2023 for September 2023 entry.
It is important to read the how to apply page and visit the official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.
Location :Denmark
Closing Date :15 January 2023
HOW TO APPLY FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP
Click Here to Submit your Application on the University Website