The University of Birmingham’s School of Computer Science is thrilled to announce two scholarships generously funded by DeepMind. These scholarships are available to applicants who have received either a conditional or unconditional offer for the MSc Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning program at our Edgbaston campus in the United Kingdom. With DeepMind’s support, the University of Birmingham aims to enhance accessibility and diversity among underrepresented groups in computer science. Our MSc in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning provides an outstanding opportunity for AI enthusiasts to embark on an exciting and rewarding career. As AI becomes increasingly integrated into everyday life, it’s crucial to have diverse expertise to develop fair systems that benefit everyone.
These scholarships will help talented students progress towards achieving their professional aspirations in some of the most innovative and sought-after fields in industry and research.
Benefits
- UK Scholarship: Valued at £34,225
- Tuition fees: £11,340
- Maintenance grant: £18,985 for living expenses, paid in instalments throughout the course
- Up to £2,200 for attending an international AI/ML conference
- £1,700 for necessary equipment (e.g., laptop)
- International Scholarship: Valued at £56,525
- International tuition fees: £31,410
- Maintenance grant: £19,345 (paid in instalments throughout the course)
- Up to £2,200 for attending an international AI/ML conference
- £1,700 for necessary equipment (e.g., laptop)
- £1,870 for relocation expenses
Scholarship Courses
- Computer Science
Requirements
Applicants for the scholarship must meet the following criteria:
- Identify as female
- Require financial aid to accept the admission offer
Additionally, applicants must:
- Have received a conditional or unconditional offer to study MSc Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning at the University of Birmingham.
- Be ordinarily resident in the UK and classified as a UK student for fee purposes, or as an international student for fee purposes.
- Applications will be assessed by a selection panel from the School of Computer Science, with shortlisting based on the eligibility criteria and any additional supporting documentation and evidence provided, if required.
Selection Process
- International applicants:
- Application deadline: Sunday, July 21, 2024.
- Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews at the end of July 2024. Further information will be sent directly to those who have received offers.
- UK applicants:
- Application deadline: Sunday, August 18, 2024.
- Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews by the end of August 2024. Further information will be sent directly to those who have received offers.
Method of Application
To learn more,
The application deadline is August 18, 2024
