Autonomous Intelligent Machines and Systems (EPSRC CDT) at University of Oxford

Programme overview

A doctoral research course covering theoretical, practical and systems skills in autonomous systems, including machine learning, robotics and vision, cyber-physical systems and control and verification, with industrial partnerships shaping the training.

Faculty: Mathematical, Physical and Life Sciences Division | Department: EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Autonomous Intelligent Machines and Systems (multiple departments) | Duration: 4 years full time; 8 years part time | Intake: 4 October 2027 | Study mode: full-time or part-time | Location: Oxford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The first year (first two years part time) comprises 16 taught courses, with lectures each morning and laboratory sessions each afternoon, and two mini-projects of ten to twelve weeks. Years two to four (three to eight part time) emphasise individual research, with research seminars, an annual workshop with industrial partners, and an industry internship of one or two months (recommended between years four and six for part-time students).

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Entry requirements

A first-class or strong upper second-class undergraduate honours degree in computer science, engineering, physics, mathematics, statistics or other related disciplines; a previous master's qualification is not required. US degree holders normally need a minimum GPA of 3.6/4.0. Applicants must show broad interest in some or all of the four AIMS themes (robotics and vision; machine learning; control and verification; cyber-physical systems). No GRE scores. Application: proposed field and title, proposed supervisor, three referees (at least two academic), transcripts, CV and a statement of purpose and research proposal (1,000-3,000 words). Deadline for 2027-28 entry: 27 January 2027. English language (higher level): IELTS Academic 7.5 overall with at least 7.0 in each component; TOEFL iBT 110 overall (Listening 22, Reading 24, Speaking 25, Writing 24); C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency 191 overall and 185 per component; Oxford Test of English Advanced 165 overall and 155 per component. Tests must be taken no more than two years before the course start.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,940 a year (2027/28). Full-time annual course fee Source

International applicants: GBP 36,260 a year (2027/28). Full-time annual course fee Source

Intake: 4 October 2027

Duration: 4 years full-time; 8 years part-time

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