Information, Communication and Audiovisual Technologies

Programme Description

This is an innovative programme, unique in composition in Catalonia and indeed in Spain, which aims to build a bridge between several disciplines -from computational neuroscience, cognitive science and artificial intelligence, to multimedia communication technologies, interactive technologies, multimedia information processing and communication networks-. The subjects of the programme are in accordance with the lines of research pursued within the framework of the Department of Information and Communication Technologies.

Objectives The doctorate programme sets the following training objectives:
* In-depth understanding of a scientific discipline as reflected in the programme, and a command of the research skills and methods related with said discipline.
* The ability to conceive, design, put into practice and adopt a substantial process of research with academic rigour.
* The development of a piece of original research work broadening the horizons of knowledge in said discipline to a degree that warrants indexed publication at national and international level.
* The ability, in academic and professional contexts, to promote technological advancement within the information society.