Scholarships from SECAI were established to help deserving students planing to attend Leipzig University or TU Dresden to study AI or a related subject. AI is considered an interdisciplinary endeavor requiring skills from the natural sciences, computer science, engineering, mathematics, social science, law, and application areas like medical. In order to enable students to concentrate on their studies, launch their research careers, and expand their professional networks, the scholarships pay living expenses in Germany.

The primary criteria for the scholarship are academic achievement, but it also seeks to increase diversity and globalization in courses on artificial intelligence. They especially encourage women studying STEM fields to apply. Particular personal circumstances are considered, such as when students are refugees from conflict or are routinely persecuted or disadvantaged in their home countries.

Details of the SECAI Scholarships:

• First Round Deadline: 19th May 2025
• Second Round Deadline: 30th June 2025
• Organizer: School of Embedded Composite Artificial Intelligence (SECAI)
• Scholarship Duration: For the remaining duration of the recipient’s studies
• Host Universities: Technical University of Dresden (TUD) or Leipzig University
• Location: Germany

Benefits of SECAI Scholarships:

• Participating in the SECAI Scholarships, participants will receive a monthly grant consisting of a monthly allowance of EUR 934. Applicants should declare any extra income, and the scholarship may be reduced by the amount of gross income exceeding EUR 556. Foreign students may also receive a monthly family allowance.

Who Can Apply for the SECAI Scholarships?

Students can apply for this scholarship if they meet all of the following criteria:

Who Can Apply?

• Students currently enrolled or soon to be enrolled in a Master’s program at TU Dresden or Leipzig University
  (You may apply for the scholarship while applying for admission — two separate applications required)
• Study focus must align with SECAI’s AI-related research areas, including (but not limited to):
  • M.Sc. Computer Science (TU Dresden)
  • M.Sc. Computational Modeling and Simulation – AI & Life Science tracks (TU Dresden)
  • M.Sc. Data Science (Leipzig University)
  • M.Sc. Nanoelectronic Systems (TU Dresden)
  • M.Sc. Bioinformatics (Leipzig University)
  • M.Sc. Medical Informatics (Leipzig University)

Also Eligible:

• Students in other programs with a clear AI-related focus through electives or thesis/project topics, e.g.:
  • M.Sc. or Diplom in Computer Science
  • LL.M. with a focus on legal aspects of AI
  • M.A. in human/societal dimensions of AI
  • M.Sc. Psychology with a focus on human-machine interaction

Academic Requirements:

• Above-average academic performance, typically GPA 1.7 or better (German scale)
• Exceptions are possible for applicants with challenging personal circumstances.
• Diplom students are considered Master’s level after completing the first two years (Grundstudium)

How to Apply?

All qualified applicants interested in applying for the SECAI Scholarships should submit their application by email. It is better to apply via the TU Dresden SecureMail Portal.

Submission Email: [email protected]

Applications must include the following information and supporting documents:

• Motivation letter, including applicant’s topical connection to SECAI and AI in their planned or current studies at TU Dresden or Leipzig University
• Updated CV
• Bachelor’s certificate, transcripts, and other certificates if relevant
• Declaration of any other sources of income, such as other scholarships
• Reference number and submission date of admission application, if the applicants have applied for admission to a Master’s program in parallel.

Note: Please note that incomplete applications are not acceptable.

Still any questions regarding the SECAI Scholarships? Please visit the School of Embedded Composite Artificial Intelligence website.

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