The University of Kent and Huawei are offering fully-funded PhD studentships focused on the topic of “Digital Trust in the Computing Continuum: Trustworthy Path Agility for Computing Continuum transactions.” These studentships include tuition fees and a maintenance grant for 3.5 years and are open to both home and overseas students.
Designation
PhD Studentship
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Scholarship Value | Tuition fees plus maintenance grant (£20,278 for 2025/26) for 3.5 years |
| Deadline | Tuesday, 15 July 2025, 23:59 GMT |
| Research Area | Digital Trust, Intelligent Networks, Cyber Security |
| Location | University of Kent, Canterbury, UK |
| Eligibility/Qualification | First or upper second-class honours degree, ideally a Master’s degree in a relevant subject. Open to Home and Overseas (including EU) students. Non-native English speakers must meet language proficiency requirements. |
Description
The PhD research will explore new approaches and standards for creating intelligent networks and an agentic web. It emphasizes policy-based authorization, delegation of entitlements, and the assessment of trustworthiness of data paths within intelligent networks. Applicants should have prior knowledge or interest in areas such as intelligent networks, digital identity, authorization, and trust management. While exposure to neural-symbolic algorithms is beneficial, it is not mandatory. The selected candidates will work with the Institute of Cyber Security for Society (iCSS) and the School of Computing’s Cyber Security Research Group, contributing to international collaborations and the establishment of new standards and protocols.
How to Apply
- Apply through the University of Kent’s online application process.
- Indicate the desire to be considered for the Huawei PhD studentship.
- Provide a statement of interest and a research proposal on “Digital Trust in the Computing Continuum” (suggested topics will be provided).
- Include details/evidence of qualifications.
- Supply two academic references.
- Provide other personal information and supporting documentation.
- Complete the scholarships form to confirm your interest in the studentship.
- It is recommended to contact Rogério de Lemos at r.delemos@kent.ac.uk to discuss the application before applying.
Last Date to Apply
Tuesday, 15 July 2025, 23:59 GMT
