Sussex AI is the focal point of research in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science methods and applications within the University of Sussex. We draw together world-leading experts from across the University to create a critical mass of technical skills and domain knowledge. Our research and training cover a wide range of topics across AI and data science, with a unique multidisciplinary Sussex angle. 

Given the broad range of research carried out within Sussex AI, we encourage applications from students with innovative proposals in the following areas: 

This studentshp is available to UK and overseas applicants. 

Eligible candidates will have an upper second-class (2:1) undergraduate honours degree (or equivalent qualification) in a related field. 

The University of Sussex believes that the diversity of its staff and student community is fundamental to creative thinking, pedagogic innovation, intellectual challenge, and the interdisciplinary approach to research and learning. We celebrate and promote diversity, equality and inclusion amongst our staff and students. As such, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Apply online for a full time PhD in Informatics (SEPT2025) using our step-by-step guide.

Applicants must submit a PhD proposal indicating their preferred primary supervisor, who must be a member of the School of Engineering and Informatics. Secondary supervisors (if known) may also be nominated and can be from any part of the university. Proposals must describe a novel research direction that has feasible equipment and data requirements and should lie within the remit described above, and the scope of the supervisor(s) expertise. We have included a list of project suggestions to highlight the range of available research directions and supervisors, but this is not exhaustive and you are not required to select from this list of projects or supervisors. 

Please contact your preferred advisor for informal enquiries and for advice on preparing a high-quality application.  

We are looking to recruit a broad-minded interdisciplinary cohort of researchers working at the intersection of multiple academic fields. Accordingly, we anticipate applicants may have a range of experiences. Candidates must clearly describe how their skills and achievements thus far make them particularly well-placed to conduct their proposed research project.  

We are passionate about equity, diversity and inclusion and strongly encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.