Mohamed Bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence Scholarships for International Students offers students a choice of graduate programs in a modern and innovative university setting, located in the thriving capital of the UAE.
The Mohamed Bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence has a vital role to play in many of the UAE Government’s strategic objectives, with AI identified as a critical component for future growth and prosperity. MBZUAI’s own strategic vision and mission works in parallel to position Abu Dhabi as a hub for the international AI community.
Scholarship Summary
- Host: Mohamed Bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships | PhD Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward: Full Scholarship | Accommodation | Health insurance | Monthly stipend
- Deadline: March 31, 2024
Scholarship Details:
All students admitted on a full-time basis are granted the privilege to complete their study with a full scholarship. However, to maintain the scholarships, stipends and other benefits, students are expected to maintain high academic standing, comply with the university code of conduct, and fulfil certain requirements during their study tenure.
Scholarship Requirements:
To be considered for the Mohamed Bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence Scholarships, you must:
- posses Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field such as computer science, electrical engineering, computer engineering, mathematics, physics and other relevant science and engineering majors, from a university accredited or recognized by the UAE Ministry of Education (MoE).
- have a minimum CGPA of 3.2 (on a 4.0 scale) or equivalent.
- provide their completed degree certificates and official transcripts when submitting their application.
- Senior-level students can apply initially with a copy of their official transcript and expected graduation letter and upon admission must submit the official completed degree certificate and transcript.
- show proof of English language ability by providing valid TOEFL iBT and IELTS academic certificates (except if waived).
- Graduates wishing to undertake their Ph.D. should have a strong desire to contribute to science and humanity through cutting-edge research, scientific literature, and thought leadership.
- They may wish to pursue a career in academia or at a research institute.
- They must have obtained either of the following, from a university/universities accredited or recognized by the UAE Ministry of Education (MoE):
- Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degrees in computer science, electrical engineering, computer engineering, mathematics, physics and other relevant science and engineering majors.
- tudents should have a strong background in both applied and theoretical aspects of Computer Science with a CGPA of at least 3.2 (on a 4.0 scale) or equivalent for both degrees.
- A valid and standard Graduate Record Examination (GRE) general test certificate is mandatory for applicants applying with only a bachelor’s degree.
Scholarship Duration and Reward
The scholarship includes:
- 100% free tuition fee
- On-campus student accommodation
- Health insurance and UAE visa sponsorship for non-UAE nationals
- Monthly stipend (subject to the University’s rules and regulations, as mentioned in the University Catalogue)
- International and UAE resident students
- MSc: AED 8,000
- PhD: AED 10,000 (Married PhD students may request to live off-campus and receive an additional AED 5,000 housing allowance subject to approval and submission of official documents.)
- UAE national students
- MSc: AED 30,000 (single) or AED 33,000 (married; will require the submission of official documents)PhD: AED 36,000 (single) or AED 39,000 (married; will require the submission of official documents)
- International and UAE resident students
Required Documents
To apply, candidates must be ready to submit the following documents;
For all applicants:
- Online application form
- CV (with academic background, work experience, research publications, and programming/coding skills)
- Valid passport copy
- Photograph with white background
- Valid national identity card copy