Embedded Intelligence is characterised as the ability of a product, process or service to reflect on its own operational performance, usage load, or in relation to the end-user or environment in terms of satisfactory experience. This self-reflection is facilitated by information collected by sensors and processed locally or remotely to derive insight. These aspects must be considered from the design stage such as to enhance product lifetime and performance, increase quality of process or service delivery, or ensure customer satisfaction and market acceptance.  Embedded Intelligence isunderpinned by diverse areas of expertise such as

• Engineering
• Information management
• Maths, Physics, Chemistry, Biology
• Design and Manufacture
• Computer Science

The EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Embedded Intelligence is pleased to offer a full studentship in the areas related to Embedded Intelligence to start in Sept 2015. This is a unique 4 year full-time programme which enables students to develop their research skills whilst working withindustrial partners. Research training is also complemented by non-technical subjects e.g. leadership, enterprise and social responsibility.

Our graduates will be at the forefront of the latest developments in Embedded Intelligence and be supported by over 45 academic members of staff and industry specialised in this field. Key elements of the training programme are

• Leadership, enterprise, innovation management, personal development, impact and social responsibility as part of our “Transition Zone” ethos to facilitate the transition both into the Centre and also the eventual exit as an employable, high-value graduate.
• Cohort-forming and personal research road mapping: a special feature of ‘Foresight’ activities (specialist, industrial, international as well as student-led peer-to-peer seminars) and a directed Reading Club.
• Technical Foundations: comprising core and elective training packages that will see our students become conversant in all aspects of Embedded Intelligence.

The programme offers an enhanced stipend of up to £17,000 and a personal budget of £10,000 to support specific training needs.

Applications are now invited from exceptionally well-qualified students (1st class honours or upper 2nd class honours, or equivalent) who want to embark on a full-time research degree programme commencing in the Autumn Term 2015. Non UK applicants must meet the minimum English language requirements, details available on the website.

For more information or to apply please visit our website