Scholarship
Spärck AI Scholarship
University of Southampton
Award
GBP 20.8K–20.8K ≈ €24.3K
Closing date
0 days left · Apr 15, 2026
Location
Global
For
Individuals
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.
12 - 13 mo
11 awards
By end of June 2026
Who can apply
Applicant Types
individual
Project Locations
🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Region
United Kingdom
Priority Groups
racial_minorities
How to apply
Interview required
Institutional approval
Stages
- 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