Key information Duration Full-time 60 months 5 years max Program duration may depend on course load and availability.
Consult with your advisor. Start dates & application deadlines Starting January 2027 Apply before October 2026 Starting August 2027 Apply before March 2027 Language English English requirements Duolingo English Test: 95 TOEFL iBT: 80 PTE Academic: 50 IELTS: 6 Credits 42 SCH Delivered On Campus Campus Location Pensacola, United States Disciplines Robotics Artificial Intelligence Overview The University of West Florida and the Institute of Human and Machine Cognition have partnered to offer a highly innovative, research-focused doctoral program designed to develop thought-leaders in these exciting fields. The Intelligent Systems and Robotics program is one of just a few in the nation—and the first and only in Florida. Early integration in cutting-edge research in intelligent systems and robotics allows students to develop instrumental skills for developing new theories and technologies to augment human potential. A dynamic partnership between UWF’s stand-out academic programs and IHMC allows students to tap into the expertise of a world-class research center to make their mark in the field of the future. What You Will Learn The Ph.D. program in Intelligent Systems and Robotics is designed to train the next generation of researchers and educators to develop technology combining human and machine elements to exploit their respective strengths and mitigate their respective weaknesses. Fundamental to this program is the establishment of successful student-supervisor teams where faculty and researchers provide a direct pathway for integrating young talent in their research and graduate students become essential members of established research groups while flourishing as independent thinkers. Programme Structure Courses include: Research Methods in Intelligent Systems and Robotics Special Topics in Intelligent Systems Machine Learning for Intelligent Systems and Robotics Intelligent Agents Advanced Data Mining Multivariable Linear Control Systems Bipedal Walking Robots Wearable Robotics Admission requirements Academic requirements GPA: 3 GRE: Required English requirements Duolingo English Test: 95 TOEFL iBT: 80 PTE Academic: 50 IELTS: 6 Other requirements General requirements Submission of the Graduate Record Exam (GRE). Attainment at the 70% percentile is preferred. Hold a master's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, Physics or a similar technical degree. Bachelor’s candidates with strong relevant industrial experience will be considered. Master's or bachelor's institutional GPA - minimum of a 3.0 GPA; however, successful applicants will typically have GPAs well above the minimum. Submission of a curriculum vitae (CV) Submission of a personal statement Submission of a minimum of three (3) letters of recommendation (LOR) from academic and professional recommenders attesting to the applicant's graduate studies potential. Participation in an oral interview if deemed necessary by the admission committee Those without a background in algorithm analysis, data structures and advanced computer programming skills will require additional preparatory work. Fees and funding Tuition Fees Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality. International: 13,700 AUD / year (approx. 9,542 USD / year). Non-residents. Out-of-State: 13,700 AUD / year (approx. 9,542 USD / year) Domestic: In-State 4,546 AUD / year (approx. 3,166 USD / year) Living costs Pensacola, United States: 1,281-2,122 AUD / month The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries. Funding Scholarships Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Intelligent Systems and Robotics.
