Overview
As a research-oriented degree, the Ph.D. in Robotics from Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence focuses on human-centered and autonomous robotics research and prepares exceptional students for careers at the cutting edge of academia, industry, and government. Our world-leading robotics researchers, students and industry partners collaborate to advance discoveries in various aspects of robotics, such as perception and applied machine learning, human-robot interaction, cognitive and soft robotics, and swarm intelligence. Ph.D. students in Robotics enjoy the unique experience of conducting world-class research with the state-of-the-art equipment and under the guidance of internationally renowned experts.
Career
AI is permeating every industry. At recent employer engagement events at MBZUAI, there has been representation from multiples sectors including (but not limited to):
- Aviation, consultancy, education, energy, finance, government entities, healthcare, media, oil and gas, security and defense, research institutes, retail, telecommunications, transportation and logistics, and startups.
Recent job opportunities advertised via the MBZUAI Student Careers Portal include (but not limited to):
- AI solution architect, AI solution engineer, algorithmic engineer, data analyst, data engineer, data scientist, data strategy consultant, full stack software engineer, full stack web developer, predictive analytics researcher, and senior data scientist – consultant.
Other career opportunities could include (but not limited to):
- Applied scientist, analytics engineer, augmented/virtual reality, autonomous cars, biometrics and forensics, chief data officer, data platform leadership, data journalist, data and AI technical sales specialist, growth analytics / engineers, manager: AI and cloud services planning, machine learning engineers, product manager: AI and data analytics, product data scientist, product analyst, remote sensing, research assistants, security and surveillance, senior software engineer, and VP data.
Visa Opportunities for Graduates
Outstanding graduates from MBZUAI are eligible to apply for a 10-year golden visa in UAE, which will enable themselves and their family members to work and live in UAE with corresponding benefits.
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Courses include:
- Advanced Robotics Motion Planning
- Advanced Topics in Robotics: Multi-Robot Systems
- Advanced Humanoid Robotics
- Vision for Autonomous Robotics
- Advanced Research Methods
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Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
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- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a discipline appropriate for the doctoral degree. Students should have a minimum CGPA of 3.5 (on a 4.0 scale) or equivalent. The degree must be from a university accredited or recognized by the UAE Ministry of Education (MoE) which demonstrates academic distinction in a discipline appropriate for the doctoral degree.
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- Master’s degrees in a discipline appropriate for the doctoral degree. Students should have a minimum CGPA of 3.2 (on a 4.0 scale) or equivalent.
Academically Distinguished Student Portfolio.
- Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field appropriate for the doctoral degree
- OR Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in a STEM field, plus Each applicant must submit evidence including, but not limited to, the following:
- Research Capability & Output.
- Technical Skills .
- Graduation from a highly ranked university .
- CGPA 3.0 .
- Other factors.
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FreeTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 0 AED per year during 48 months. -
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FreeTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 0 AED per year during 48 months.
Full scholarship including 100% tuition fees, free accommodation, annual round tickets to/from the home country, health insurance and a monthly stipend of 2,000 euro for international students, for UAE Nationals please contact admission@mbzuai.ac.ae for stipend details.
Living costs for Abu Dhabi
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