The University of Aalborg is eagerly awaiting applications from outstanding students for its PhD International Stipend program in Denmark. The program is open for domestic and international students for the academic year 2023-2024.

The PhD project will aim to publish several research papers at top-tier data mining (KDD), data management (SIGMOD, PVLDB, ICDE), or machine learning (NeurIPS, AAAI) conferences based on the research works.

Established in 1974, Aalborg University is a Danish public university and one of the top public universities in Aalborg, Denmark. The university awards bachelor’s degrees, master’s degrees, and PhD degrees in various disciplines such as humanities, IT, design, medicine, exact sciences, social sciences, and engineering. Aalborg’s mission is to advance knowledge and educate students in business and related areas of study in ways that will best address the fundamental challenges.

Why study at Aalborg University? AU provides world-class research and a range of degree programs with a practical focus. Its approach to scholarship and education is centred on solving problems. Candidates can choose from several possibilities for careers in their desired fields.

Application Deadline: 15th November 2022.

Brief Description

• University or Organization: University in Aalborg
• Department: Computer Science
• Course Level: PhD
• Award: Salary
• Access Mode: Online
• Number of Awards: NA
• Nationality: International
• The award can be taken in Denmark

Eligibility

• Eligible Countries: All nationalities
• Acceptable Course or Subjects: The PhD degree program in the area of graph data management, mining, systems, and machine learning on graphs.
• Admissible Criteria: The applicants must have a Master’s degree in computer science, data science, artificial intelligence, or a closely related field. Due to the project’s interdisciplinary angle, the applicants must have a strong background in algorithm design, machine learning, and software development. Outstanding spoken and written communication skills in English are essential.

How to Apply

• How to Apply: In order to apply for the stipend, applicants must submit an online application.
• Supporting Documents: Applicants must submit a cover letter of max. 1 page, including (i) motivation for applying, (ii) preferred starting date (specifically if other than 15 December 2022), and (iii) a brief explanation of the applicant’s background
• A research statement (project description) roughly within the frame of ‘Graph Data Management, Mining, and Machine Learning on Graphs’ of max. 2 pages (excl. references). This description should outline the applicant’s thoughts and ideas on possible research directions within the context of the topic outlined above
• CV
• Diploma and transcripts of records
• Contact of two referees
• Other relevant information
• Admission Requirements: The applicants must have a Master’s degree in computer science, data science, artificial intelligence, or a closely related field.
• Language Requirement: Outstanding spoken and written communication skills in English are essential.

Benefits

The University of Aalborg will provide a handsome salary package to international students for the academic year 2023–2024.

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