City University of London Doctoral Studentships 2020: Applications are hereby invited for Doctoral Studentship in the Department of Computer Science, School of Mathematics, Computer Science and Engineering (SMCSE) at City, University of London is offering two full-time, three-year doctoral studentships for entry in October 2020/2021 academic session.
This studentship is offered within a research collaboration between The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), ENSTA Paris and SMCSE under the UK-France Joint Research PhD programme on the project “Free Energy Principle as Drive for Adaptative Cognitive Architectures”. This project is focused on the design, implementation and evaluation of neural architectures for Artificial General Intelligence and Robotics.
Scholarship Sponsor(s): City University of London, UK
Scholarships to be taken at: City University of London, UK
Scholarship Type: Tuition award
Scholarship level: PhD
Scholarship Worth: £18,000 per year & Travel budget
Subject Eligibility: School of Mathematics, Computer Science and Engineering (SMCSE)
Country/Candidate Eligibility: International students
Equally Check: University of Montreal International Student Scholarship in Canada
Eligibility and Selection Criteria: Candidates are expected to acquire the following eligibility criteria for the City University of London Doctoral Studentships 2020;
- Candidates must be an international student
- Hold a Master’s degree in Computer Science or Artificial Intelligence. Exceptionally, we can consider applications from those with a good Master’s degree in a relevant subject or extensive professional experience in the area of the proposed research
- Be proficient in Python, have a strong experience in Deep Learning, and in-depth understanding of Mathematics for AI
- Have an interest in behavioural neuroscience (learning theory, computational cognitive science)
- Be able to demonstrate proficiency in the use of oral and written English
- English Language Requirement: Applicants whose mother tongue is not English must meet at least one of the following: A minimum IELTS overall score of 6.5, with a minimum of 6.0 in each of the four components, a minimum TOEFL total score of 99, with a minimum of 22 in each of the four components, the award of a Master’s degree from an English speaking country.
Also Check: Scholarships and Need-Based Aid at Ohio Wesleyan University
Application Procedures for City University of London Doctoral Studentships 2020
How-To-Apply
Applications are welcome from individuals wishing to pursue research in the project. You are encouraged to discuss your application in advance with Dr Michael Garcia-Ortiz ([email protected]).
The online application can be found in the How to apply section on the Computer Science research degree page on the official site and should include the following documents:
Document Requirements: Copies of Degree Certificates and Transcripts in official English translation – original will be requested before an offer is made, Official work e-mail addresses (not private ones) for two referees (one of which must be an academic), Proof of English Language proficiency, Personal CV, Personal Statement.
Please identify the project “Free Energy Principle as Drive for Adaptative Cognitive Architectures” in your application.
For further information, please email: [email protected]
Application Deadline: August 9, 2020