AIMS AI for Science Scholarship

Summary:

The AIMS AI for Science Master’s Scholarship Program is a one-year program that trains African students in the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and the sciences. The program is offered by AIMS South Africa, in partnership with Google DeepMind. The program covers various topics such as physics, mathematics, statistics, computer science, engineering, and more.

Sponsor:

The program is sponsored by AIMS South Africa, a center of excellence for mathematical sciences in Africa. The program is supported by Google DeepMind, a world leader in AI research and innovation.

Eligibility:

The program is open to African students who have completed a four-year undergraduate degree or a three-year undergraduate degree with an honors year by August 2024 (or December 2024 for southern African applicants). The undergraduate degree should be in a discipline with a strong computational and mathematical component.

Benefits:

The program offers the following benefits to the selected students:

• A full Google DeepMind scholarship that covers travel, accommodation, tuition, materials, and a living stipend
• A personalized curriculum that covers various topics such as problem analysis, intervention selection, impact evaluation, fundraising, management, and more
• A professional internship with a local production company that provides practical experience and networking opportunities
• A mentorship and coaching service that connects them with experts and leaders in their field
• A chance to pitch their projects to potential investors and partners
• A certificate of completion and recognition

Deadline:

March 29, 2024

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