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PhD Robotics and Artificial Intelligence at University of Manchester

University of Manchester, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Year of entry: 2027. The EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Robotics and AI for Net Zero (RAINZ) develops the multi-disciplinary robotic systems needed to manage the lifecycle of critical infrastructure, from wind turbines to nuclear reactors, in support of the UK's net zero strategy. As a postgraduate researcher on this CDT, led by Professor Simon Watson, you will train alongside researchers from The University of Manchester, the University of Glasgow and the University of Oxford, contributing to an industry co-created research cohort challenge during the research component of the...

Faculty: Faculty of Science and Engineering  |  Department: Department of Computer Science  |  Duration: 4 Years [Full-time]  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The RAINZ CDT is a four-year PhD programme that combines taught MSc study with doctoral research. During your first year, you will complete two semesters of master's-level training through one of our MSc pathways and take part in the CDT Summer School at The University of Manchester.

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Application information

Domestic applicants: GBP 8,100 a year (2027/28). PhD (full-time); Band B fee band Source

International applicants: GBP 31,400 a year (2027/28). PhD (full-time); Band A fee band Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 4 Years [Full-time]

Apply through the official page: https://www.rainz-cdt.ac.uk/apply/

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