Applications are open for the fall 2025 MBZUAI Scholarship for national and international MSc and PhD candidates in the United Arab Emirates. The Muhammad Bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence MBZUAI Scholarship program is a fantastic opportunity for students pursuing master’s or doctoral degrees in the United Arab Emirates. Through various modules, this educational program strives to pursue advanced specific knowledge and abilities in artificial intelligence. The top-rated instructors and staff inspire and help students make the best career decisions possible. The finest UAE scholarship strives to create a diverse cultural community dedicated to making the world a better place. During a pandemic, where several disasters have already scarred the world, it is a beacon of hope for foreign and national students.

Key Details

Application Deadline:

• Regular Deadline: 15 January 2025 (5:00 PM UAE time)
• Late Deadline: 31 May 2025 (5:00 PM UAE time)

Admission Decision Notification:31 March 2025 (5:00 PM UAE time)

Host Country: United Arab Emirates

University: Muhammad Bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence MBZUAI

Scholarship type: Fully funded

Degree Level: Master’s and PhD

Eligible Countries: All

Fields of Study

The following study fields are available for funding for the Fall 2024 through the MBZUAI Scholarship:

Master’s Degrees:

• Master of Science in Computer Vision
• Master of Science in Machine Learning
• Master of Science in Natural Language Processing
• Master of Science in Robotics
• Master of Science in Computer Science

Ph.D. Degrees:

• Doctor of Philosophy in Computer Vision
• Doctor of Philosophy in Machine Learning
• Doctor of Philosophy in Natural Language Processing
• Doctor of Philosophy in Robotics
• Doctor of Philosophy in Computer Science

Benefits of the MBZUAI Scholarship

The scholarship covers the following costs:

• 100% tuition fee
• Free accommodation in the campus
• Health insurance and UAE visa sponsorship for non-UAE national
• Monthly Stipends as follows:

1. International and UAE resident students:

• • MSc: AED 8,000
  • PhD: AED 10,000 (Married PhD students can request to live off-campus and receive an additional AED 5,000 housing allowance)

2. UAE national students:

• • • MSc: AED 30,000 (single) or AED 33,000 (married; will require the submission of official documents)
    • PhD: AED 36,000 (single) or AED 39,000 (married; will require the submission of official documents)

Eligibility Criteria

Masters:

• Candidates must have completed a Bachelor’s in a STEM field (e.g., Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics) from a recognized institution
• A minimum of 3.2 out of 4.00 from a highly accredited university is required of the candidate.
• A minimal level of English proficiency as measured by the IBT TOEFL (90 or equivalent), IELTS 6.5, or the 1550 EmSAT English score.
• The candidate’s GRE score will offer them an advantage.
• Statement purpose of 800 to 1000 words
• Recommendations from at least two referees are required.
• Pass Entrance Exam
• Interview for Admission

Note: Please read the details for Master’s degree programs here.

Doctoral:

• Ph.D. in Computer Science or related STEM field from an accredited university
• Bachelor’s degree (50% Computer Science content, minimum CGPA of 3.5) or Master’s degree (minimum CGPA of 3.2)
• English proficiency: TOEFL iBT 90, IELTS 6.5, EmSAT 1550
• GRE scores are optional but advantageous
• Submit a statement of purpose and research statement
• Provide 3 referee recommendations
• Complete online screening exam (optional but encouraged)
• Pass an admission interview (if selected)

Note: Please read the details for PhD degree programs here.

Required Documents

All applicants should provide the following documents:

• Online application form
• CV (academic background, work experience, research, programming/coding skills)
• Official Bachelor’s degree transcript and certificate (or expected graduation letter)
• Official Master’s degree transcript and certificate (PhD applicants only)
• Referee recommendations (3 for PhD, 2 for MSc)
• Research statement (PhD applicants, PDF format)
• Statement of purpose (PDF format)
• Valid English language proficiency certificate
• Valid passport copy
• Valid Pakistan national identity card (Pakistan nationals only)
• Photo with white background
• Entrance exam (optional but recommended)

Additional Documents for UAE Nationals

• Valid Emirates ID
• Valid passport copy with unified ID number
• National service completion/exemption letter (UAE national males)
• Family book (or mother’s family book for Abnat Mwatnat applicants)
• UAE birth certificate (Abnat Mwatnat applicants)
• Mother’s valid Emirates ID and passport copy (Abnat Mwatnat applicants)
• Valid UAE visa (non-GCC Abnat Mwatnat applicants)

Additional Documents for UAE Residents

• Valid UAE visa
• Valid Emirates ID

How to Apply for MBZUAI Scholarship 2024?

• Applicants must submit their applications online.
• An email will be sent to the applicants confirming their application submission.
• Provide your details, such as your name, residence, date of birth, country, and age.
• For each level, fill in all of the needed fields.
• Please provide all information about your present affiliation, whether academic or professional.
• Scanned copies of documents in a certain format should be uploaded.
• Scanned copies of images in a certain format should be uploaded.
• Complete and submit your application
• Review the application guides in this link.

Apply Now

To learn more about the MBZUAI Scholarship, refer to the MBZUAI’s official website.

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