The Spärck AI Scholarship is designed to encourage home and international students to study Artificial Intelligence at Master's level.
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The Spärck AI Scholarship is a UK government programme designed to attract top home and global talent to study artificial intelligence (AI) and related subjects at master's level. It is named after pioneering British computer scientist Karen Spärck Jones. As a Spärck AI Scholar, you’ll join a dynamic world-class cohort of high-achieving and adaptable individuals who demonstrate leadership potential, resilience and a clear vision for the future of AI. You’ll be empowered to drive innovation and contribute meaningfully to the UK’s AI ecosystem – emerging as part of the next generation of AI leaders. Through industry exposure and structured cohort activities, you’ll gain the skills and networks needed to shape responsible, high-impact AI development across research, government and industry.
Throughout the year, you’ll take part in a range of activities designed to build connections within your cohort and with professionals across the AI landscape, acting as a prestigious community of future AI leaders. Towards the end of your master’s course, you’ll have the opportunity to apply for a work placement with one of the industry partners of the Spärck AI Scholarship in an AI-related field.
Essential criteria are criteria you must meet to be considered for this scheme. Students who do not meet this criteria will not be considered for this award. The essential criteria for this scheme are as follows:
You’ll need to:
Students must complete the application form to be considered for this award.
You’ll need to include a personal statement which outlines how you meet the core attributes and a chosen essay topic related to AI. Your personal statement will need to demonstrate these core attributes:
Eligible offer-holders will be contacted by email and invited to apply. Following an application, there will be an interview process and final decisions made by the 15 June.
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