PhD Artificial Intelligence Machine Learning and Advanced Computing at Bangor University

Programme overview

Fully funded four-year PhD in artificial intelligence, machine learning and advanced computing within the UKRI Centre for Doctoral Training AIMLAC, based at Bangor. The advertised project is Smart Optimisation of Big Data for Geometry Generation and 3D Models, applying optimisation and machine learning to LiDAR point-cloud data from architectural and heritage buildings.

Department: School of Computer Science and Electronic Engineering | Duration: 4 years | Study mode: full-time | Location: Bangor, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 AIMLAC taught components (foundations of AI, research methods, information visualisation), residential meetings at partner universities, responsible innovation training and placements with external partners (six-month, three-month or two-week blocks). Training is shared between Aberystwyth, Bangor, Bristol, Cardiff and Swansea universities.

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Application information

Entry requirements

At least a 2:1 degree in computer science, mathematics, electronic engineering (with substantial programming) or a closely related discipline; excellent programming skills, aptitude for computational thinking and excellent written and spoken English. Applicants submit a research proposal in their own words, CV, a letter of up to 1,000 words (reasons for joining and coding experience), certificates and transcripts, and two academic references; shortlisted candidates are interviewed. UK applicants must have been ordinarily resident in the UK for three years with no immigration restriction; overseas applicants are not eligible.

Duration: 4 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.bangor.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-research/apply

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