University of Sheffield Fully-funded PhD Studentship in Metamodelling of Speech Domains 2026

This fully funded Project in Computer Science will explore how different aspects of speech data are expressed in model space, in the context of automatic speech recognition and diarisation. The objective of this work is to explore methods to attribute elements of model spaces to skills, or specific aspects of the data. This can be used either as input in hypermodelling, where new models for specific domains are generated, or for improved structuring in model training and design.

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineApril 19, 2026
• Study LevelPhD
• SponsorUniversity of Sheffield
• City to studySheffield
• School to studyUniversity of Sheffield
• Course to studyComputer Science
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

• Full funding for 3.5 years covering Home or International tuition fees.
• An enhanced stipend (£25,305 tax free for 2026/27).
• A research and training support grant of £2,500 pa (pro rata) to cover research expenses and conference attendance.

Requirements

You should have, or be expecting to obtain, a high-quality undergraduate (ideally first class) or masters (ideally distinction) degree in a relevant discipline. 

Suitable backgrounds are (but not limited to):

• Computer Science

• Engineering (e.g., electrical and electronic engineering, control engineering, etc.)

• Mathematics

Regardless of background, you must be able to demonstrate strong mathematical aptitude (minimally to UK A-Level standard or equivalent) and good experience of programming.

We will also consider applicants with a professional background, so long as you are able to provide evidence of demonstrable academic skills as well as practical experience.

We particularly encourage applications from members of groups that are underrepresented in technology.

If English is not your first language, you will need to meet our English Language Requirements. You must have an IELTS grade of 6.5 overall with a minimum of 6.0 in each component.

Equivalent scores in other English language qualifications are welcome; see the University’s guidance for more information on permitted qualifications.

Application Deadline

How To Apply

• If you are interested, please apply by 23:59 (UK time) on 19 April 2026.
• Short-listed applicants will be invited to interview in Sheffield or via videoconference to be held in mid- to late-May.
• Applications received after the deadline will only be considered if the position remains unfilled following these interviews. In this case, we will operate a rolling first-come-first-served process of application review and, where applicable, interview.
• You can apply through the University of Sheffield’s Postgraduate Online Application System. *** Please ensure you follow our Application Instructions which will guide you through the application process. ***
• If you have any questions about applying please take a look at our FAQ. If you can’t find an answer to your question there, please email us at [email protected]
• Please note we will retain your email address for the purpose of communicating with you about applying to study at the CDT only. Your contact details will not be used for any other topic, nor passed on to anybody else.

For more details, visit Sheffield University Scholarship webpage