Scholarship

Spärck AI Scholarship

University of Southampton Original Source
Award

£20,780 - £20,780

Deadline

Apr 15, 2026

Due in 44 days
Location

United Kingdom

Applicants

individual

About This Opportunity

The Spärck AI Scholarship provides comprehensive funding for postgraduate students studying artificial intelligence and related fields at the University of Southampton. There are 11 scholarships available, each covering full tuition fees and a yearly living allowance of £20,780 in line with UKRI stipend rates. The scholarship is open to both UK and International students applying to study one of five eligible master's courses in machine learning, artificial intelligence, robotics, data analytics, or digital chemistry. Recipients also benefit from national AI-related networking opportunities with leading academics, government contacts and industry leaders, as well as access to priority work placements with leading UK artificial intelligence companies and government institutions. The scholarship aims to support talented students pursuing advanced education in AI fields while providing valuable professional development and industry connections.

Duration 12 - 13 mo
11 awards
Decision By end of June 2026

Who Can Apply

Region
United Kingdom
Project in
United Kingdom
Applicants
individual
Priority for
racial_minorities

Application Details

Interview Institutional approval

Stages

  1. 1 multi_round

Required documents

cv research_proposal references

Review process

Six-stage process including eligibility check, academic record scoring, personal statement assessment, reference review, interviews for shortlisted candidates, and final selection panel decision

Additional benefits

  • networking
  • mentorship
  • career_services

Restrictions

  • no_concurrent_funding
  • employment_restrictions