Program Details
Credit Hours: 42
Course Length: 16 weeks
Next Application Deadline: See Application Deadlines quicklink
Program duration may depend on course load and availability. Consult with your advisor.
The Ph.D. in Intelligent Systems and Robotics program is the first of its kind in the state of Florida, and among only a few in the nation.
Preparing tomorrow’s thought‑leaders
Intelligent systems and robotics innovations are transforming the future of technology and society. Now is the time for the next generation of innovators to step forward.
UWF and the Institute of Human and Machine Cognition (IHMC) have partnered to offer a highly innovative, research‑focused doctoral program designed to develop thought‑leaders in these exciting fields. The program is one of just a few in the nation—and the first and only in Florida.
Early integration in cutting-edge research in intelligent systems and robotics allows students to develop instrumental skills for developing new theories and technologies to augment human potential.
A dynamic partnership between UWF’s stand-out academic programs and IHMC allows students to tap into the expertise of a world‑class research center to make their mark in the field of the future.
UWF offers competitive assistantships for this program, commensurate with education and experience.
What You Will Learn
The Ph.D. in Intelligent Systems and Robotics program is designed to train the next generation of researchers and educators to develop technology combining human and machine elements to exploit their respective strengths and mitigate their respective weaknesses.
Fundamental to this program is the establishment of successful student-supervisor teams where faculty and researchers provide a direct pathway for integrating young talent in their research and graduate students become essential members of established research groups while flourishing as independent thinkers.
After laying a groundwork common to all, the Ph.D. in Intelligent Systems and Robotics program will provide students with individualized curricula tailored to their interests.
The program is comprised of foundational courses in artificial intelligence or AI, and robotics followed by select advanced courses.
Beyond coursework, the program's cornerstone will be hands-on research in robotics and AI and will leverage the world-class talent at IHMC.
UWF offers classes through various delivery methods, including face-to-face, hybrid, and online. Though UWF makes every effort to provide on-campus classes in face-to-face programs, there is a possibility that some classes will have limited availability and may be offered online only. For more information, please review the modes of delivery and instructional methods.