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Multi-Modal Perception for Context-Aware Systems

Project summary

Program
PhD
Location
St Lucia
Research area
Information and computing sciences

Project description

This project aims to develop algorithms for multi-modal perception, integrating visual, textual and other data modalities to enhance contextual understanding. 

Scholarship

This project is supported by the Research project scholarship.

This scholarship includes:

  • living stipend of $36,400 per annum tax free (2025 rate), indexed annually
  • tuition fees covered.

This scholarship includes:

  • living stipend of $36,400 per annum tax free (2025 rate), indexed annually
  • tuition fees covered.

Learn more about the Research project scholarship.

Supervisor

Preferred educational background

Your application will be assessed on a competitive basis.

We take into account your:

  • previous academic record
  • publication record
  • honours and awards
  • employment history

A working knowledge of computer science would be of benefit to someone working on this project.

You will demonstrate academic achievement in the field/s of artificial intelligence and the potential for scholastic success.

A background or knowledge of computer science is highly desirable.

How to apply

You must submit an expression of interest (EOI) by 8 December, 2025 8 December, 2025.

Before you apply

  1. Check your eligibility for the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).
  2. Prepare your documentation.
  3. If you have any questions about whether the project is suitable for your research interests, contact Dr Yujun Cai (yujun.cai@uq.edu.au).

When you apply

To apply, submit an expression of interest (EOI) for the program. You don't need to apply separately for the project or scholarship. How to submit an EOI

In your EOI, complete the ‘Scholarship/Sponsorship’ section with the following details:

  1. Are you applying for an advertised project: 'Yes'
  2. Project: 'Research project scholarship'
  3. Scholarship Code Listed in the Advertisement: PERCEPTION-CAI
  4. Link to Scholarship Advertisement: https://study.uq.edu.au/study-options/phd-mphil-professional-doctorate/projects/multi-modal-perception-context-aware-systems

Submit an EOI