Dublin City University (DCU) is inviting students to apply for the International PhD Scholarship in AI Assessment. The studentship is designed for the academic session 2024/2025.
Applicants from all countries are eligible to apply for the PhD Scholarship in AI Assessment at Dublin City University. To qualify, candidates must possess a solid understanding of educational assessment and educational psychology, holding both undergraduate and master’s degrees with significant research methods components.
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Clarity of Information
Dublin City University (DCU) is a prominent institution located in Dublin, Ireland, recognized for its strong emphasis on research, innovation, and employability. Established in 1975, DCU has quickly gained a reputation as one of the leading “Young Universities” globally, currently ranked 59th in this category.
Application Deadline: 30th September 2024.
Brief Description
- University or Organization: Dublin City University (DCU)
- Department: Centre for Assessment Research, Policy and Practice in Education (CARPE)
- Course Level: PhD
- Award: Up to €34,500 per annum for a maximum of 4 years
- Access Mode: Online
- Number of Awards: 1
- Nationality: Domestic and International students
- The award can be taken in: Ireland
Eligibility
- Eligible Countries: Open to applicants from all countries
- Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded for a PhD in AI Assessment, focusing on topics like AI in assessment design and delivery, and AI as a feedback provider.
- Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, the applicants must meet all the following criteria:
- Sound working knowledge of educational assessment and educational psychology.
- Undergraduate and Master’s degrees (completed or close to completion) with a significant research methods component.
- Ability to conceptualize research projects related to AI assessment.
- High competence in written and oral English communication.
- Capability to work independently and collaboratively.
How to Apply
Please email the following documents as a single PDF to [email protected], with “Microsoft PhD Scholarship 2024” in the subject bar:
- Cover letter
- Full curriculum vitae, including a list of publications (if any) and names of two academic referees
- A copy of your Master’s dissertation or a statement about the Master’s program and projected completion time if close to completion
- Draft research proposal using the template from the DCU Postgraduate Research Studies Application Form (pages 4-6)
Note: The draft proposal demonstrates necessary competencies and will likely undergo refinement post-selection.
Benefits
An annual package of up to €34,500 per annum for up to 4 years, including:
- Fee contribution of up to €5,000 per annum
- Tax-exempt stipend of €25,000 per annum
- Research expense funding of €4,500 per annum for materials, software, research stays, and travel to conferences.