FULLY FUNDED UKRI CDT AIMLAC PHD SCHOLARSHIP: LEARNING (FROM) LATTICE FIELD THEORY
Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and Advance Computing (AIMLAC) aims at forming the next generation of AI innovators across a broad range of STEMM disciplines. The CDT provides advanced multi-disciplinary training in an inclusive, caring and open environment that nurture each individual student to achieve their full potential. Applications are encouraged from candidates from a diverse background that can positively contribute to the future of our society.
Research theme: T3 – novel mathematical, physical and computer science approaches
Currently, machine learning approaches to analyse large data sets are being developed in the context of lattice field theory. Conversely, lattice field theory methods may provide new insights in the development of machine learning algorithms (implementation of local symmetries, using QFT-based analysis). In this project we will explore these topics, with the goal of arriving at results for QCD.
More information can be found at the UKRI CDT in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning & Advanced Computing (AIMLAC) website.
Please quote the project code (e.g. RS25-AIMLAC06) for queries and within the application. If you wish to apply for more than one project, please add the code and project title within the text and you will be considered for all projects.
Eligibility
Candidates must normally hold an undergraduate degree at 2.1 level or a master’s degree with a minimum overall grade at ‘Merit’ (or Non-UK equivalent as defined by Swansea University). See – Country-specific Information for European Applicants and Country-specific Information for International Applicants.
English Language requirements: If applicable – IELTS 6.5 Overall (with no individual component below 6.0) or Swansea University recognised equivalent. Full details of our English Language policy, including certificate time validity, can be found on our website.
This scholarship is open to candidates of any nationality.
NB: If you are holding a non-UK degree, please see Swansea University degree comparisons to find out if you meet the eligibility.
If you have any questions regarding your academic or fee eligibility based on the above, please email pgrscholarships@swansea.ac.uk with the web-link to the scholarship(s) you are interested in.
Funding
This scholarship covers the full cost of tuition fees and an annual stipend of £15,921.
Additional funds will be available for research expenses.
How to Apply
To apply, please complete your application online with the following information:
- Course choice – please select Physics, Ph.D. / Full-time / 3 Year / October All applicants will need to select this course to formally link their application to this particular UKRI advertisement – please be reassured, though, even though is states 3 year, you will be applying for a 4 year PhD.If you are successful in receiving a scholarship, the course choice may change depending on the research area that you detail in your application.
- Start year – please select 2022
- Funding (page 8) –
- ‘Are you funding your studies yourself?’ – please select No
- ‘Name of Individual or organisation providing funds for study’ – please enter ‘RS25-AIMLAC06’
*Please note that applications received without the above information may not be considered.
As part of your online application, you MUST upload the following documents (please do not send these via email):
- CV
- Degree certificates and transcripts (if you are currently studying for a degree, screenshots of your grades to date are sufficient)
- A cover letter including a ‘Supplementary Personal Statement’ to explain why the position particularly matches your skills and experience and how you choose to develop the project.
- Two references (academic or previous employer) on headed paper or using the Swansea University reference form. Please note that we are not able to accept references received citing private email accounts, e.g. Hotmail. Referees should cite their employment email address for verification of reference.
- Evidence of meeting English Language requirement (if applicable).
- Copy of UK resident visa (if applicable)
- Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Monitoring Form
For enquiries, please contact Rhian Melita Morris and Roz Toft (cdt-aimlac@swansea.ac.uk).