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G-Research Funded PhD Studentships at SustAI
✓ Fully Funded
⏰ Closing Soon
🎓 Artificial Intelligence
🎓 Data Science
🎓 Machine Learning
🎓 Mathematics
🎓 Statistics
🎓 Sustainable Systems
CDT
AI for Sustainability
Circular Economy
Data Science
Energy Systems
Environmental AI
Industry Collaboration
Quant Finance
Sustainable AI
Transport
Fully funded 4-year PhD at Southampton’s SustAI CDT with G-Research support, focusing on AI, data science, and sustainability, with strong industry mentorship and training opportunities.
Project Description
This studentship, funded by G-Research, supports a 4-year PhD within the SustAI CDT at the University of Southampton. The programme focuses on cutting-edge research at the intersection of artificial intelligence and sustainability.
Students will join the SustAI cohort starting September 2026 and work across key themes including:
AI for Sustainable Operations and Circular Economy
AI for Transportation and Logistics
AI for Sustainable Energy and Buildings
AI for the Natural Environment
Sustainable AI
The programme offers a strong interdisciplinary environment combining AI, environmental science, and systems thinking. Students benefit from both academic supervision and direct engagement with G-Research through mentorship, networking events, and participation in programmes such as “Spring into Quant Finance.”
The PhD also includes professional development, research training, and opportunities for impactful work addressing real-world sustainability challenges.
Entry Requirements
Must meet SustAI PhD entry requirements
Strong academic background in Mathematics, AI, Machine Learning, Statistics, or related fields
Minimum UK 2:1 (or equivalent from a high-ranking university)
Must submit a research proposal aligned with SustAI themes
Strong academic background in Mathematics, AI, Machine Learning, Statistics, or related fields
Minimum UK 2:1 (or equivalent from a high-ranking university)
Must submit a research proposal aligned with SustAI themes
How to Apply
Apply through the University of Southampton PhD admissions process
Indicate interest in the G-Research studentship in your application
Submit a research proposal (mandatory)
Proposal is used to assess research ability, literature understanding, and alignment with SustAI
Indicate interest in the G-Research studentship in your application
Submit a research proposal (mandatory)
Proposal is used to assess research ability, literature understanding, and alignment with SustAI
Eligibility
UK/Home
EU
International
Supervisor Profile
MS
multiple supervisors
University of Southampton, SustAI CDT
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