PhD Studentship – Language Representation in LLMs, University of Exeter (2025)

The University of Exeter invites applications for a fully funded PhD studentship to explore how Large Language Models (LLMs) represent and process linguistic knowledge. This exciting research will combine computer science, linguistics, and neuroscience to develop computational models that improve AI interpretability and control. The successful candidate will work closely with supervisors in a vibrant research environment at the Streatham Campus.

Summary

Application Deadline: July 28, 2025,

Study Level: PhD,

Sponsor: University of Exeter,

City to Study: London,

School to Study: University of Exeter,

Course to Study: Computer Science,

Eligible Country: All Countries.

Eligibility Criteria for PhD Studentship – Language Representation in LLMs, University of Exeter (2025)

Applicants must:

1. Hold or be about to obtain a First or Upper Second Class UK Honours degree, or international equivalent in:
2. Computer Science
3. Artificial Intelligence
4. Engineering
5. Cognitive Science
6. Linguistics
7. Mathematics
8. Have strong programming skills and interest in LLMs, interpretability, and human-centred NLP
9. Meet English language requirements if English is not their first language

The closing date for applications is midnight on 28th July 2025. Interviews will be held virtually in the week commencing 4th August 2025

Benefits of PhD Studentship – Language Representation in LLMs, University of Exeter (2025)

1. Tuition Fees Covered (Home or partial international tuition)
2. Annual Tax-Free Stipend (for 3.5 years, full-time)
3. Access to optional training in NLP, ML, and linguistics
4. Supervision by experts in AI and linguistics

How to Apply

To apply, please click the ‘Apply Now’ button above. In the application process, you will be asked to upload several documents.

1. CV
2. Letter of application (outlining your academic interests & prior research experience)
3. Transcript(s) giving full details of subjects studied and grades/marks obtained (this should be an interim transcript if you are still studying)
4. Two references from referees familiar with your academic work.
5. If your referees prefer, they can email the reference directly to PGRApplicants@exeter.ac.uk quoting the studentship reference number.
6. If you are not a national of a majority English-speaking country, you will need to submit evidence of your proficiency in English.

All application documents must be submitted in English. Certified translated copies of academic qualifications must also be provided.

Please quote reference 5555 on your application and in any correspondence about this studentship.

For more details, visit the University of Exeter Scholarship webpage

Application Deadline

July 28, 2025

Application Link(s)

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