Summary
City St George’s, University of London is offering a fully funded 3-year PhD studentship in the Department of Computer Science, delivered in partnership with industry. The project focuses on the next generation of Agentic Artificial Intelligence—exploring autonomous decision-making, planning, reasoning, task orchestration, and multi-agent collaboration to build safe, adaptive, and self-improving intelligent systems.
PhD Studentship: Agentic AI and Intelligent Autonomous Systems
Designation
- Position: PhD Researcher / PhD Studentship
- Department: Department of Computer Science
- Institution: City St George’s, University of London
Key Overview
| Feature | Details |
| Qualification Type | PhD |
| Study Mode | Full-Time (3 Years) |
| Funding Status | Fully Funded (Tuition fees + £23,805/year tax-free stipend) |
| Eligible Nationalities | UK, EU, and International Students |
| Start Date | 1 October 2026 |
| Closing Date | 31 August 2026 |
Research Area
The PhD researcher will work alongside an active research group specialising in AI, blockchain, federated learning, trust frameworks, and intelligent systems. Key research thrusts include:
- Autonomous Multi-Agent Systems: Decision-making frameworks for dynamic, real-world environments.
- Agentic Large Language Models (LLMs): Planning, multi-step tool use, and self-evaluation capabilities.
- Cognitive Architectures: Self-reflective and self-improving AI mechanisms.
- Data-Driven Reasoning & Forecasting: Knowledge integration and automated task execution.
- Trustworthy AI: Safe, transparent, and privacy-preserving agent-based systems.
Location
- Campus: Northampton Square, Clerkenwell, London, EC1V 0HB, United Kingdom
Eligibility & Qualifications
- Academic Credentials: A First or Upper Second-Class (1st or 2:1) BEng/MEng (or equivalent/higher degree) in Computer Science or a closely related discipline.
- Technical Skills: Strong Python programming foundation and hands-on experience with deep learning frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow).
- Domain Experience: Prior experience in Conversational AI (e.g., voice AI systems, chatbots, or conversational agents) is essential; applicants without this background are unlikely to be considered.
- Desirable Highlights:
- Background in Natural Language Processing (NLP), fine-tuning, or model evaluation.
- Peer-reviewed publications in reputable conferences or journals.
- Demonstrated track record of original research aptitude and academic excellence.
Scholarship Description
- Duration: 3 Years
- Stipend: An annual, tax-free stipend of £23,805 per year (indexed annually at the standard UKRI rate).
- Tuition Fees: Full coverage of tuition fees for both Home and International/EU candidates.
How to Apply
- Prepare Documentation: A formal research proposal is not required. Instead, prepare a focused CV that clearly outlines:
- How your qualifications, skills, and background align with the research scope.
- Specific hands-on experience with Conversational AI, chatbots, or voice agents.
- Submit Application: Submit your direct application online via the jobs.ac.uk portal posting. (No prior formal approval from a supervisor is required before submitting).
- Contact Details:
- Informal Academic Enquiries: Dr. Sujit Biswas (
sujit.biswas@citystgeorges.ac.uk) - Application Process Queries:
pgr.sst.enquire@citystgeorges.ac.uk
- Informal Academic Enquiries: Dr. Sujit Biswas (
Last Date for Apply
- Application Deadline: 31 August 2026
