Coventry University Neurodegenerative Diseases Detection PhD 2026

This project aims to develop graph deep learning methods that model spatial-temporal brain dynamics for accurate and interpretable detection of neurodegenerative diseases. This is a joint Phd studentship between Coventry (UK) and Stellenbosch (South Africa); you will be registered for a PhD at both Universities. The successful candidate will be based at Coventry University and will spend a few months at Stellenbosch (South Africa).

Summary

1. Host Country: United Kingdom
2. City to Study: Coventry
3. Study Level: PhD
4. School to Study: Coventry University, London
5. Eligible Courses: Artificial Intelligence, Medical Science
6. Eligible Country: All Countries
7. Application Deadline: September 30, 2025

Eligibility Criteria for Coventry University Neurodegenerative Diseases Detection PhD 2026

1. A minimum of a 2:1 first degree in a relevant discipline/subject area with a minimum 60% mark in the project element or equivalent with a minimum 60% overall module average.
2. A Masters’s degree with a minimum mark of 60% in the dissertation

PLUS

1. The potential to engage in innovative research and to complete the PhD within 3.5 years.
2. A minimum of English language proficiency (IELTS academic overall minimum score of 7.0 with a minimum of 6.5 in each component).

Benefits of Coventry University Neurodegenerative Diseases Detection PhD 2026

1. Tuition fees and bursary
2. The successful candidate will receive comprehensive research training, including technical, personal and professional skills.
3. All researchers at Coventry University (from PhD to Professor) are part of the Doctoral and Researcher College, which provides support with high-quality training and career development activities.

How to Apply

In the first instance, please submit your expression of interest via the button below with a supporting statement detailing your suitability with evidence of the following:

• Have backgrounds in computer science (or engineering), system engineering, or physics/mathematics.

• Knowledgeable in machine learning techniques (had successful courses or projects)

• Be proficient in programming (preferably in Python ot Matlab).

• Ideally familiar with machine/deep learning, signal processing, dynamical system or mathematical modelling

Apply to Coventry University

To find out more about the about the technical details of the project, please contact:? Dr Fei He

For more details, visit Coventry University Scholarship webpage

Application Deadline

September 30, 2025

Application Link(s)

• Apply for Coventry University Neurodegenerative Diseases Detection PhD 2026