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Driving Equality Through Digital Media Inclusion

Imagine a world where media truly works for everyone. A world where content adapts to your language, preferences, abilities, and needs. That's the future we're creating through our UKRI-funded AI PhD Programme for Digital Media Inclusion.

Our researchers are developing people-centred AI and intelligent media technologies that break down barriers, empower creativity, and enable meaningful participation for all, regardless of age, neurodivergence, sensory or physical needs.

Because inclusion isn't a feature. It's a fundamental right.

✨ Recruitment for 2027-28 is launching soon.

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Together, we're building AI that works for people, not the other way around.

Shaping the Future of Inclusive AI

The UKRI-funded Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT) is part of a national strategy to position the UK at the forefront of global AI expertise—empowering the next generation of researchers to unlock the transformative potential of artificial intelligence.

Our fully funded PhD in AI for Digital Media Inclusion goes beyond traditional research. We deliver cross-disciplinary training rooted in real-world challenges and creative practice, preparing innovators who combine technical excellence with responsible AI, inclusive design, and creative problem-solving. This is where technology meets humanity — where AI becomes a tool for equity and expression.

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