Software Engineering PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships in the UK

Large Language Models in Intelligent Robotic Systems for Environment Clean Up

University of York Department of Computer Science

Large Language Models in Intelligent Robotic Systems for Environment Clean Up. If you are interested in robotics and have strong programming and software engineering skills, this could be a project for you. Read more

Supervisor: Prof A Cavalcanti

Year round applications PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Computer vision and robot control for performing on-wing repair of aero-engines - (ENG - 1398X1)

University of Nottingham Faculty of Engineering

Rolls-Royce University Technology Centre (UTC) in manufacturing and On-Wing Technology, The University of Nottingham. Applicants are invited to undertake a 3 year PhD programme in partnership with industry to address key challenges in on-platform manufacturing engineering. Read more

Supervisor: Prof D Axinte

Year round applications PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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PhD in Computing Science - Agility in IT practice

University of Glasgow College of Science and Engineering

This funded studentship is focussed on agility in software engineering. Your application can be about any aspect of IT agility related to one of our four research themes. Read more

Supervisor: Dr PG Gregory

31 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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SustAI CDT - The URKI AI Centre Doctoral Training in AI for Sustainability is now recruiting for September 2024

University of Southampton

Environmental sustainability is one of the greatest challenges the world is facing, with many organisations and countries including the UK setting ambitious targets to reduce emissions and waste and increase renewable energy production. Read more

Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide) UKRI Centre for Doctoral Training

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AI Technology for Smart Labelling and Root Cause Analysis in a Semiconductor Wafer Manufacturing Process

Ulster University - Magee Campus School of Computing, Engineering and Intelligent Systems

The Intelligent Systems Research Centre (ISRC) vision is to develop a bio-inspired computational basis for Artificial Intelligence. Read more

Supervisors: Prof G Prasad, Dr M Singh, Dr C O'Donnell

2 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Media Sector Climate Impacts and Sustainability Interventions (BBC R&D)

University of Bristol School of Computer Science

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Supervisor: Dr DS Schien

6 May 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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VariantVisualiser: Ensuring precise diagnoses of genetic disorders through the development of intuitive software that facilitates the integration and visualisation of complex informatics with biological and clinical data.

The University of Manchester Department of Computer Science

Rare diseases affect <1-in-2,000 people, but ~8,000 rare genetic diseases impact ~10% of births globally. These arise from variations in patients’ DNA sequences. Read more

Supervisors: Dr S Pettifer, Dr PF Freeman

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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BIM4Regs – A framework for facilitating automated building regulations compliance diagnostics in BIM Model

Leeds Beckett University School of Built Environment, Engineering and Computing

The School of Built Environment, Engineering and Computing at Leeds Beckett University is currently accepting applications for up to 4 funded full-time PhD Research Studentships. Read more

Supervisor: Prof S Ajayi

17 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Studentship in Computer Science & Informatics

Liverpool John Moores University Faculty of Engineering & Technology

The School of Computer Science and Mathematics at Liverpool John Moores University is pleased to offer a 3-years PhD studentship in Computer Science and Informatics related areas. Read more

Supervisor: Prof Q Shi

15 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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PhD Studentship in Secure and Private Software Engineering

University of Edinburgh School of Informatics

One fully funded PhD position to work with Dr Adriana Sejfia in the School of Informatics at the University of Edinburgh, on a project titled “Secure and Private Software Engineering”. Read more

Supervisor: Dr AS Sejfia

1 June 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Developing hybrid physics-informed AI digital twins for bioenergy applications

University of Surrey School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering

We are seeking a highly motivated PhD candidate wishing to advance their career in a research-driven, interdisciplinary environment, starting in October 2024. Read more

Supervisors: Dr M Short, Dr T Chen, Dr O Klymenko

1 July 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Causal Machine Learning in Aerospace PhD

Cranfield University School of Aerospace, Transport and Manufacturing (SATM)

This PhD project will investigate the recent field of study of Causal Machine Learning, which aims to modify and augment Machine Learning by using Causal Analysis techniques as a way to solve its limitations. Read more

Supervisors: Prof W Guo, Dr MA Arana-Catania

24 July 2024 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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PhD Studentship in Quantitative Magnetic Resonance Imaging MRI of the spine

University College London Division of Surgery & Interventional Science

A 3-year PhD Studentship is available at the UCL Division of Surgery and Interventional Science, within the Research Department of Orthopaedics and Musculoskeletal Science based at the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital (RNOH) and in collaboration with Cleveland Clinic London (CCL). Read more

Supervisor: Dr A Di Laura

30 April 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Fully Funded PhD Studentship by EPSRC-funded KUber Project in SAYED Systems Group

Queen Mary University of London School of Electronic Engineering and Computer Science

A fully funded PhD scholarship is available in SAYED Systems research group (https://sayed-sys-lab.github.io) within the School of EECS at Queen Mary University of London, UK. Read more

Supervisor: Dr A Sayed

Year round applications PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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PhD studentship in Foundations of Quantum computing and quantum cryptography

University of Edinburgh School of Informatics

One fully funded PhD position is available to work with Dr Mina Doosti and Dr Myrto Arapinis, in the School of Informatics at the University of Edinburgh, and co-advised with Dr Farid Shahandeh at the Royal Halloway University of London on a project titled “Resource frameworks for secure quantum computing and quantum cryptography”. Read more

Supervisor: Dr MD Doosti

26 April 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Machine learning algorithms for ab initio-based paramagnetic NMR analysis

University of Bath Department of Chemistry

The University of Bath is inviting applications for the following PhD project under the supervision of Dr Elizaveta Suturina in the Department of Chemistry. Read more

Supervisor: Dr E A Suturina

28 April 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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A framework for museums participatory design in virtual reality assisted by AI

University of the West of Scotland Computing, Engineering & Physical Sciences

Do you have a passion for museums and emerging technologies? Are you driven to make a difference in local communities?. This PhD Studentship offers a unique opportunity to bridge the digital divide facing Small and Medium Museums (SMMs). Read more

Supervisors: Dr M Gilardi, Prof K Kosmala, Prof K Dahal

30 June 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)

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PhD studentship in Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence (AI) Systems: Distributed Deep Learning, Personalising Foundation Models and Building Efficient Autonomous AI Agents

University of Edinburgh School of Informatics

Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence (AI) Systems. Please contact Amos Storkey (amos+phdapps@inf.ed.ac.uk) as soon as possible about this opportunity. Read more

Supervisor: Prof A Storkey

30 April 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Computer Vision with Deep Learning for Human Data Modelling

Durham University Department of Computer Science

This project is focused on learning algorithms to model human data such as human images/video, 3D skeletal motion, 3D body/facial surfaces for computer vision tasks such as recognition, prediction and reconstruction. Read more

Supervisor: Dr H Shum

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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VariantVisualiser: Ensuring precise diagnoses of genetic disorders through the development of intuitive software that facilitates the integration and visualisation of complex informatics with biological and clinical data

The University of Manchester Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health

Rare diseases affect. This proposal builds on substantial efforts of a Human Genome Organization committee which has proposed a unified professional-standard for representing genomic data which, when finalised, will be adopted world-wide. Read more

Supervisors: Dr S Pettifer, Dr PF Freeman

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Cyber Risk Impact Awareness System Tool (Cyber-RIAST)

The University of Manchester Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering

The smart grid is rapidly evolving and merging with digital and information communication technologies (ICT) systems, resulting in an interconnected cyber-physical energy system. Read more

Supervisors: Dr H Li, Prof Z Hu

1 September 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Doctor of Engineering (EngD) - Image capture and multimodal AI for interactive radiology assistance (Canon Medical and University of Edinburgh)

Heriot-Watt University School of Engineering & Physical Sciences

Research Group: CDT in Applied Photonics

The EngD is an alternative to a traditional PhD aimed at students wanting a career in industry. Students spend about 75% of their time working directly with a company in addition to receiving advanced-level training from a broad portfolio of technical and business courses. Read more

Supervisors: Prof D Reid, Prof S.A. Tsaftaris

31 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Enhancing long-term evaluation and monitoring of responsible AI deployments in medical context

Aberdeen University School of Natural and Computing Sciences

The University of Aberdeen is an internationally recognised centre for excellence for research addressing the global challenges of energy transition, environment and biodiversity, social inclusion and cultural diversity, health, nutrition and wellbeing, and data and artificial intelligence. Read more

Supervisors: Dr M Markovic, Prof L Anderson, Dr R Ducato

13 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Intelligent Software Engineering in the Era of Large Language Model

University of Birmingham School of Computer Science

Software systems are eating the world but Artificial intelligence (AI) is eating the software systems. Given the tremendous development of AI in recent years, innovations like the Large Language Model (LLM), e.g., ChartGPT, have significantly impacted our daily lives. Read more

Supervisor: Dr TC Chen

Year round applications PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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AI based instrumentation and sensing

Queen Mary University of London School of Engineering and Materials Science

The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) and deep learning has been transforming humans ability to execute complex inference tasks using computers. Read more

Supervisor: Dr L Su

30 April 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Integration of Internet of Things (IoT) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Flame Monitoring and Safety Enhancement in Industrial Settings

Canterbury Christ Church University SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING, TECHNOLOGY AND DESIGN

This research project presents an exceptional opportunity for individuals interested in harnessing the power of Internet of Things (IoT) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to enhance flame monitoring and safety protocols in industrial environments. Read more

Supervisor: Dr H Hassanin

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Advancements in Applied Artificial Intelligence for Healthcare

Canterbury Christ Church University SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING, TECHNOLOGY AND DESIGN

This research project offers an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about leveraging cutting-edge technology to address challenges in healthcare. Read more

Supervisor: Dr H Hassanin

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Development of a novel AI model for cardiovascular disease risk prediction by analysing retinal vascular structure and functional changes in blood flow

University of Liverpool Department of Eye and Vision Science

The Department of Eye and Vision Sciences at the University of Liverpool is inviting PhD candidates who are highly motivated in developing novel risk prediction model of cardiovascular disease (CVD) by analysing retinal images, contributing to a better understanding of relationship between the cardiovascular disease and the functional changes in blood flow. Read more

Supervisor: Dr HZ Zhao

1 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Enhancing Cybersecurity through Automated Real-Time Threat Response PhD

Cranfield University School of Aerospace, Transport and Manufacturing (SATM)

Join our exciting PhD program in Security Automation and be at the forefront of changing the way we protect ourselves from cyber threats. Read more

Supervisor: Dr ST Tedeschi

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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PhD Studentship in Understanding non-equilibrium dynamics using Quantum dynamics

Newcastle University School of Natural and Environmental Sciences

Award summary . 100% of home fees covered, and a minimum tax-free annual living allowance of £19,237 (2024/25 UKRI rate). . Read more

Supervisor: Prof T J Penfold

25 April 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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We have 147 Software Engineering PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships in the UK

Software Engineering PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships in the UK

We have 147 Software Engineering PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships in the UK

Large Language Models in Intelligent Robotic Systems for Environment Clean Up

Computer vision and robot control for performing on-wing repair of aero-engines - (ENG - 1398X1)

PhD in Computing Science - Agility in IT practice

SustAI CDT - The URKI AI Centre Doctoral Training in AI for Sustainability is now recruiting for September 2024

AI Technology for Smart Labelling and Root Cause Analysis in a Semiconductor Wafer Manufacturing Process

Media Sector Climate Impacts and Sustainability Interventions (BBC R&D)

VariantVisualiser: Ensuring precise diagnoses of genetic disorders through the development of intuitive software that facilitates the integration and visualisation of complex informatics with biological and clinical data.

BIM4Regs – A framework for facilitating automated building regulations compliance diagnostics in BIM Model

Studentship in Computer Science & Informatics

PhD Studentship in Secure and Private Software Engineering

Developing hybrid physics-informed AI digital twins for bioenergy applications

Causal Machine Learning in Aerospace PhD

PhD Studentship in Quantitative Magnetic Resonance Imaging MRI of the spine

Fully Funded PhD Studentship by EPSRC-funded KUber Project in SAYED Systems Group

PhD studentship in Foundations of Quantum computing and quantum cryptography

Machine learning algorithms for ab initio-based paramagnetic NMR analysis

A framework for museums participatory design in virtual reality assisted by AI

PhD studentship in Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence (AI) Systems: Distributed Deep Learning, Personalising Foundation Models and Building Efficient Autonomous AI Agents

Computer Vision with Deep Learning for Human Data Modelling

VariantVisualiser: Ensuring precise diagnoses of genetic disorders through the development of intuitive software that facilitates the integration and visualisation of complex informatics with biological and clinical data

Cyber Risk Impact Awareness System Tool (Cyber-RIAST)

Doctor of Engineering (EngD) - Image capture and multimodal AI for interactive radiology assistance (Canon Medical and University of Edinburgh)

Enhancing long-term evaluation and monitoring of responsible AI deployments in medical context

Intelligent Software Engineering in the Era of Large Language Model

AI based instrumentation and sensing

Integration of Internet of Things (IoT) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Flame Monitoring and Safety Enhancement in Industrial Settings

Advancements in Applied Artificial Intelligence for Healthcare

Development of a novel AI model for cardiovascular disease risk prediction by analysing retinal vascular structure and functional changes in blood flow

Enhancing Cybersecurity through Automated Real-Time Threat Response PhD

PhD Studentship in Understanding non-equilibrium dynamics using Quantum dynamics

We have 147 Software Engineering PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships in the UK

Software Engineering PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships in the UK

We have 147 Software Engineering PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships in the UK

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