Fully Funded PhD in Sustainable Lifelong Robot Learning at University of Southampton

Apply for a fully funded PhD in Sustainable Lifelong Robot Learning at the University of Southampton. The project focuses on developing efficient on-device robot learning systems.

A PhD studentship is available at the University of Southampton to develop a sustainable lifelong on-device robot learning system. The project, ‘Skill Acquisition in Lifelong Robot Learning with Large Language Models,’ aims to improve the trade-off between stability and plasticity in robot learning while enhancing resource efficiency.

• Project Focus: Continual on-device robot learning for resource-constrained robotic platforms.
• Funding: Available for UK, EU, and Horizon Europe Associated Countries.
• Entry Requirements: A good undergraduate degree (at least a UK 2:1 honours degree) and IELTS 6.5 for non-native English speakers.

To apply, send your CV, transcripts, sample publications (if any), two references, and a cover letter to burhan.hafez@soton.ac.uk. The closing date is 31 August 2025.

For more information, visit: https://www.southampton.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-research/projects/resource-efficient-lifelong-robot-learning

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