Joint PhD Program

Seeking Brilliant Research Minds!
Fully funded
3 years at TIET, India
1 year at UQ, Australia
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About the Program

A fully funded Joint PhD with Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology (TIET) and The University of Queensland (UQ), Australia.

Designed for outstanding candidates passionate about Data Science, AI, ML, and Deep Learning. Spend 3 years at TIET, India, and 1 year at UQ, Australia, gaining international exposure, mentorship from world-class faculty, and access to cutting-edge research facilities.

Data Science
Artificial Intelligence
Machine Learning
Deep Learning

Your 4-year journey

Years 1 – 3

Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology

Patiala, India

Year 4

The University of Queensland

Brisbane, Australia

Program Highlights

Explore the unique advantages of the TIET–UQ Joint PhD Program and unlock world-class research opportunities in AI and Data Science.

  • Tuition + Stipend

    Fully Funded

    Complete financial support throughout your research journey.

  • 3 Years TIET + 1 Year UQ

    4-Year Duration

    A structured program spanning India and Australia.

  • Global Research Network

    International Exposure

    Access to world-class research facilities and collaborations.

  • Top Researchers & Industry Leaders

    Expert Mentorship

    Work alongside renowned experts in AI and Data Science.

  • Global Recognition

    Research Profile

    Build a strong international presence in cutting-edge research.

Eligibility Criteria

Join the next generation of AI and Data Science researchers. We're seeking exceptional minds ready to push the boundaries of technology.

  • Undergraduate

    B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science or related fields

  • Postgraduate

    M.E./M.Tech in Computer Science or related fields

  • Domain Expertise

    Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Data Science

Featured Research Themes

Explore cutting-edge PhD research opportunities across AI, Data Science, and Machine Learning.

How to Apply

Three steps from exploring the program to submitting your application.

  1. 1

    Check your eligibility

    Review the degree and domain requirements for the program.

    See criteria
  2. 2

    Explore research themes

    Find the theme and TIET–UQ supervisors that match your interests.

    Browse themes
  3. 3

    Apply online

    Complete the online application form.

    Open the form

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about funding, duration, eligibility and applying.

Yes. The program is fully funded, covering tuition and a stipend throughout your research journey.

The program runs for 4 years: 3 years at Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology (TIET) in Patiala, India, followed by 1 year at The University of Queensland (UQ) in Brisbane, Australia.

The criteria cover your undergraduate degree (B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science or related fields), your postgraduate degree (M.E./M.Tech in Computer Science or related fields), and domain expertise in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Deep Learning or Data Science. See Eligibility Criteria for details.

The program currently features 5 research themes, each with supervisors from TIET and UQ. Browse them in Featured Research Themes.

Complete the online application form (opens in a new tab).

Send us a message through the contact form or email coe_dsai@thapar.edu.

Shaping Tomorrow's Research Leaders

More than a degree, this Joint PhD Program is a gateway to becoming part of a vibrant international community of innovators and thinkers. With full funding, global research exposure, and opportunities to work on real-world challenges, it empowers scholars to make lasting contributions in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science. Together, we are building a generation of researchers equipped to lead, inspire, and transform the world.

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