Are you intrigued by the relationship between cultural heritage and artificial intelligence? Starting on May 18, 2026, University College Dublin (UCD) is providing a fully supported PhD studentship in AI and Heritage Futures: Preservation, Creation, and Regulation of Evolutionary Heritage — from Digitalized to Born-Digital. Dr. Sun Park, a renowned expert in AI and digital cultural heritage, will oversee this remarkable opportunity, which is being sponsored by the School of Information and Communication Studies (ICS).
Dr. Park is an assistant professor and Ad Astra Fellow whose work focuses on human-AI collaboration in creative output, the creation of AI regulations, and the acknowledgement of AI-generated works as cultural heritage.This is a fantastic mentorship opportunity for academics interested in global cultural governance, AI ethics, and digital preservation because she has previously worked with UNESCO and the Korean National Commission for UNESCO.
This fully funded PhD program at UCD offers a unique opportunity to investigate how AI will influence cultural legacy in the future, from defining what will be passed down to future generations as cultural memory to protecting digital assets. Future researchers can integrate technology with tradition and help shape the future of digital heritage globally with this program’s international eligibility, top-notch academic assistance, and specific research focus.
Host Country: Ireland
University: University College Dublin
Opportunity Type: PhD, Studentship
Subject: Artificial Intelligence, Ancient Heritage Studies
Eligibility Country: International Students, Domestic Students
Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
Eligibility Criteria:
- Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in a related subject (e.g., Computer Science, HCI, Information Science, Digital Humanities, Heritage Studies, Anthropology, Sociology, Public Policy, Law, etc.) with a minimum GPA of 2:1.
- Strong English language skills, ideally at CEFR level C1 or C2, are required of candidates.
- Strong research skills and a sincere interest in artificial intelligence, digital cultural heritage, and multidisciplinary research methods are required of applicants.
- Depending on the demands of the project, candidates must be willing to learn new technical, analytical, or qualitative abilities.
Benefits:
- There will be an annual stipend of €25,000 that is tax-free.
- There is also a €4,000 annual research support allowance.
- The studentship includes a complete tuition cost waiver.
- The School of Information and Communication Studies will give students priority access to additional research funds and travel grants.
- There can be chances to participate in seminars and teaching assistantships.
Deadline: 16 January 2026
