PhD Pattern Recognition Classifiers

Course overview

Pattern recognition is a highly active area of study closely linked to machine learning and data mining. This PhD Pattern Recognition/Classifiers at Bangor University focuses on building classifiers (smart rules or computer programmes) that can automatically figure out what category a piece of data belongs to, for example, classifying images, financial records, or postal codes.

This full-time research degree, PhD Pattern Recognition/Classifiers at Bangor University, usually lasts three years and aims to develop new methods to meet the demand for precision and speed in areas like security monitoring and target tracking, especially with the challenge of massive data collection. The course is assessed solely by a major written thesis (dissertation) and a final spoken examination called a viva voce.

Entry requirements

Candidates are required to submit a research proposal outlining their planned area of study, along with a personal statement in which they discuss their reasons for applying for the course and outline other relevant information regarding their studies, interests, and experiences. A relevant academic and/or employer reference is also required to support the application. Students have the option to upload their CV along with their applications to demonstrate their work experience.

Grade Requirements:

Applicants need at least a good honours degree (such as a 2:1) in a related technical subject like Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, or Mathematics.
Alternatively, a different degree will be acceptable if the student has enough relevant work experience in the field of data analysis or software engineering.

English Proficiency:

Applicants from non-English speaking backgrounds need to score 6.5 overall in IELTS (with a minimum of 6.0 in each section) or submit equivalent SELT test scores.

Scholarships

Alumni Scholarship
£1,000 in addition to any other international scholarship awarded by Bangor University, UK (excluding the Vice-Chancellor scholarship), awarded for each year of study.
Up to £1,000
Deans Scholarship
Undergraduate: £6,000 (per year of study); Postgraduate: £6,000.
Up to £6,000
Deans Scholarship - Postgraduate Research
20% reduction in the published Postgraduate Research tuition fee for each year of study.
Up to 20% of fees
Heads of School Scholarship
10% reduction in the published Postgraduate Research tuition fee for each year of study.
Up to 10% of fees
Inclusive Bangor Scholarships
Payment towards tuition fees for one-year taught or research postgraduate Masters (or for two years if studying part-time). This will be capped at £9,500.
International Scholarships
Undergraduate: £4,000 minimum (per year of study); Postgraduate: £6,000.
Refugee Scholarship
Start-Up Bursaries
Start Up Bursaries of £1,000 are available to those students (aged under 25) entering the University from care.
Up to £1,000
Vice-Chancellor Postgraduate Research Scholarships
50% discount on the published International Tuition Fee for each year of study.
Up to 50% of fees
Vice-Chancellor Scholarship
Undergraduate & Postgraduate Taught - £10,000
Up to £10,000

Career opportunities

Graduates with a PhD Pattern Recognition/Classifiers from Bangor University are highly sought after in technology, finance, and research sectors. Major career paths include:

Machine Learning Engineer
Data Scientist
Research Scientist (in industry or academia)
Advanced Software Engineer
Biometrics Consultant

Cost of study

The indicative annual tuition fee for International students for the PhD Pattern Recognition/Classifiers in Bangor University is £21,000.

Admission

Applicants are advised to submit their applications to the University. We highly recommend that all applicants contact AHZ's trained counsellors for assistance with their application process.

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