Dr. Hatice Gunes

Professor

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Biography

Prof. Gunes is an internationally recognized scholar in affective computing and robotics. She serves as the Full Professor of Affective Intelligence and Robotics and the Associate Director of the Centre for Human-Inspired Artificial Intelligence (CHIA) at the University of Cambridge's Department of Computer Science and Technology. With a PhD in Computer Science from the University of Technology Sydney, she has contributed significantly to the field, including her role in the EU SEMAINE project, which led to the creation of the SAL system for human-agent interaction. Her research focuses on multimodal, social, and affective intelligence AI systems, particularly in embodied agents and robots. She has received several prestigious awards, including the Sony Women in Technology Award and the AAAC Outstanding PhD Dissertation Award. Her work spans various projects funded by competitive grants, where she investigates the role of robotics in mental health and well-being, establishing valuable collaborations with professionals in the field.

Research Interests

Experience

Full Professor of Affective Intelligence and Robotics

— Present

University of Cambridge • Cambridge

Leading research in affective computing and robotics at the University of Cambridge.

Requirements for University of Cambridge

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.7
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Reading
Required:25
Writing
Required:25
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:110
Prerequisites
UK Bachelor's Degree with good Upper Second Class Honours or international equivalent Background in international relations, politics, law, economics, security or history is a definite asset
Application Checklist
  • Two academic references
  • Official transcripts
  • CV/Resume
  • Personal statement (approx 500 words)
  • Research proposal (1-2 pages/500 words)
  • Application fee (£50)
Specialization Notes

Standard postgraduate requirements for Department of Politics and International Studies (POLIS) and related humanities departments.