Apply using the Applicant Portal
The Apply Now button on the right will take you to the Applicant Portal. There, you can create and submit your application and supporting documents, and you can also request your references.
An application is only complete when:
- you have submitted your application and supporting documents via the Applicant Portal
- you have paid the application fee if applicable. For further information on application fees, and which courses require an application fee, see here.
- your referees have provided their references.
To support a smooth assessment process, all applicants must upload their degree certificates (if applicable) and academic transcripts, along with the final page of the transcript or a separate grading key explaining how marks are awarded. This grading information is important for evaluating academic performance, especially for international qualifications.
Applicants who need to demonstrate English language proficiency are also strongly advised to include a valid language test result (e.g. IELTS, TOEFL) with their application.
Although interviews are not normally part of the admissions process, some applicants may be invited to discuss their application and research proposal, should the Centre require further information.
References and all other documentation must be uploaded by the application deadline for the application to be considered.
Selection Process
If you apply by the funding deadline you can expect to receive a decision before the end of March.
Occasionally, applicants may not receive a decision within the normal timeframe due to being placed on a reserve list. If this is the case, then the Centre will be in touch to let applicants know. Normally the latest date for decisions to be communicated is the end of June.
Things You'll Need
You should start preparing the things that you'll need when you apply. These will be mandatory, unless specifically flagged as optional.
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Two referees willing to give you a reference
Either academic or professional – please see our References guidance for more information about which type you need. Your referees will need to have submitted their reference by the course deadline. - Transcript
- CV/resume
- Evidence of competence in English
If required - please see our Competence in English guidance for more information. - Core - Relevant Experience (2000 characters) (mandatory)
Describe your relevant skills and experience, focusing in particular on how you are prepared for the technical (computational, mathematical, and programming) components of the course. - Core - Reasons for Applying (1500 characters) (mandatory)
Explain your motivation for applying to the MPhil in Human-Inspired AI
Gates Cambridge Scholarships
If you wish to be considered for a Gates Cambridge Scholarship you will also need to provide the following:
See Gates Cambridge for more information.
How to Find a Supervisor
Please note that although prospective postgraduate students may wish to look at the list of CHIA members' research interests before they decide to apply, supervisors are not appointed until well after candidates have been accepted.
Applicants are not expected to contact potential supervisors.