Seeing things differently is at the heart of what we do at the University of Surrey. We think of things not only as they are, but as they could be. If you are considering a doctoral programme, it means that you see things differently too – whether that is envisaging yourself in a new career, growing as a person, or playing a part in changing lives for the better.
CVSSP, a leading UK research centre in audio-visual signal processing, computer vision and machine learning and one of the largest in Europe with over 120 researchers and a grant portfolio in excess of £18.5million, we are developing some of the most exciting and ground-breaking technologies from facial recognition for security and medical imaging understanding for cancer detection, through to 3D Spatial Audio and 3D reconstruction from video to enable visual-effects production in films and VR.
Each researcher has joined us because they are passionate about their subject, want to discover more and have a desire to push the frontiers of knowledge in their area.
We are offering committed and enthusiastic applicants who want to be part of a rich and stimulating research environment the opportunity to join us. Here you will be encouraged to contribute to advancing the state-of-the art through publication and by participating in leading international forums.
Funding is available for up to 9 PhD studentships starting 2018/2019 in the following areas of research:
- Audio-visual Signal Processing
- Computer Vision
- Machine Learning
- Data Science for Media
- Computational Photography and 3D Video
- Spatial Audio and Machine Audition
- Robot Vision and Autonomous Systems
- Biometrics and Surveillance
- Medical Image Analysis and Healthcare Technology
- Multimedia Communication Systems
- Digital Doubles and Free-viewpoint Video
- Vision and Audio for TV, Film, Games, Virtual and Augmented Reality
Our Centre has a robust track-record of innovative research leading to technology transfer and exploitation in biometrics, creative industries (film, TV, games, VR), mobile communication, healthcare, robotics and consumer electronics. Secondments are greatly encouraged during the course of the PhD to broaden experience and to ensure research is kept relevant to real-world problems.
Funding
These 3-year PhD studentships will cover Home/EU university tuition fees, a tax-free maintenance grant of up to £14,553 per annum and contribution to travel costs to present your research at national and international conferences. Studentships are open to overseas students provided they can support the difference between home and overseas fees (£15,805).
Entry Requirements
All applicants should have (or expect to obtain) a first-class degree in a numerate discipline (mathematics, science or engineering) or MSc with Distinction (or 70% average) and a strong interest in pursuing research in this field. Additional experience which is relevant to the area of research is also advantageous. Non-native speakers of English will normally be required to have IELTS 6.5 or above (or equivalent) with no sub-test of less than 6.
Apply now
Find out more and apply today.
For all enquiries regarding our studentships please contact Mrs Nan Bennett indicating your areas of interest and including your CV with qualification details (copies of transcripts and certificates).
Closing date for applications is 15 July 2018 for October 2018 entry.
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