Overview

In this PhD in Applied Artificial Intelligence from Alma Mater Europaea - ECM students intensely work on a research project resulting in an AI application and prepare doctoral dissertations.

The program is suitable for both full-time students and those who work. You can study from any time zone or study while working in one of our partner corporations and research labs throughout the European Union.

Studying is blended with weekly online sessions and intense week-long in-person meetings in Europe and US once per semester. The study language is English.

The curriculum is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of AI, including machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing, computer vision, robotics, and AI ethics. It is curated by a globally renowned faculty, pioneering research in AI, and is regularly updated to reflect the rapid advancements in the field.

Careers and opportunities

Career Versatility: The skills and knowledge acquired during a PhD in AI can be applied to a range of careers, from academia and industry to entrepreneurship, offering a diverse array of career paths.

High Demand: The demand for AI experts across a variety of industries continues to rise. This means a wealth of job opportunities and the potential for high remuneration.

Networking: During your PhD program, you'll have the opportunity to collaborate with other researchers, attend conferences, and participate in professional organizations, to build a strong professional network in the AI field.

Accreditation

All study programs are fully accredited by NAKVIS, the Slovenian Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education, therefore EU recognized.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Future Trends And AI Requirements

Strategies and Management of AI

Production And Testing Of Products On The Basis Of Artificial Intelligence

AI and Signal and Image Processing

Machine Learning Problems

AI and Cyber Security

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-30 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

180 ECTS

Delivered

Blended

Self-paced

Campus Location

Ljubljana, Slovenia
Maribor, Slovenia

Disciplines

Data Science & Big Data Artificial Intelligence Machine Learning

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Academic requirements

Completed master’s degree studies or equivalent in any discipline, which is typically received after four or five years of higher education.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Students are encouraged to apply early to ensure a smooth transition to Alma Mater Europaea. If you have questions about the admission requirements or application process, please contact the Alma Mater Europaea Study Office.
Students may apply for admission at any time without all the necessary required materials. Applicants will be notified of missing or incomplete documents needed to complete the admissions process.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

12000 EUR / year

≈ 12000 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

12000 EUR / year

≈ 12000 EUR / year

Living costs

Ljubljana

Slovenia

620 - 945 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Alma Mater Europaea is pleased to announce research grants, full-tuition scholarships, stipends, research fellowships, and teaching assistantships:

Academicus scholarships,

Plenkovic Scholarships,

Teaching Assistantships,

Artificial Intelligence solution grants.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Applied Artificial Intelligence.

Available Scholarships

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