The African Center for Technology Studies has received a grant from the International Development Research Center (IDRC) and Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (SIDA) to support the training of PhD students in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) as well as the research work of Early Career Academics or Scholars (Early Career and Post-Doc) in AI & ML. The research work within this program must be within AI and centered around STEM disciplines that attempt to address any of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The award of the scholarships shall strive to achieve uniform distribution of beneficiaries across anglophone, francophone and lusophone sub-Saharan Africa. There will also be effort to achieve fair distribution in terms of gender and region. The supported studies MUST adhere to responsible AI.
About African Centre for Technology Studies (ACTS)
The African Centre for Technology Studies (ACTS) is a pioneering development research think tank on harnessing applications of science, technology and innovation policies for sustainable development in Africa. ACTS is an Intergovernmental organization founded in 1988 to pursue policy oriented research towards strengthening the capacity of African countries and institutions to harness science and technology for sustainable development. ACTS envisions a sustainable economic, social and environmental future for Africa, through science, technology and innovation.
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AI4D Scholarships Category 1 -Registered PhD students
Aim and Benefits of AI4D Scholarships Category 1 -Registered PhD students
Each successful student will receive a partial scholarship of up to $ 27,000 distributed as shown below
- Tuition fees for two years ($ 4000)
- Research activities ($ 17,000)
- Traveling support for the supervisors ($ 6,000)
Requirements for AI4D Scholarships Category 1 -Registered PhD students Qualification
- All applicants must be already registered in an AI study (machine learning, expert system, natural language processing, intelligent robotics etc.) under a supervisor, have finished coursework as well as research proposal. The applicant must attach a letter of support by their supervisor, and a copy of the PhD study admission letter.
- All applicants should have competent academic credentials and demonstrate motivation and commitment to pursue an academic career.
- All applicants should have thorough knowledge of the language of instruction within their host university of choice (English, French or Portuguese).
- All applicants must be nationals or permanent residents of any sub-Saharan country.
Application Deadline
Not Specified
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AI4D Scholarships Category 2 - Disadvantaged female students and students from low income countries:
Aim and Benefits of AI4D Scholarships Category 2 - Disadvantaged female students and students from low income countries:
Each successful student will work under a professor who will receive a grant of upto US$ 45,500 which will cover the following:
- Tuition fees for PhD student (US$ 6000)
- Living allowance for PhD student (for 30 months=US$15,000)
- Two return Air ticket to study country (US$ 750 return per trip= US$1500)
- Research activities (US$ 17,000)
- Traveling support for the supervisors (US$ 6,000)
The process of identifying professors is ongoing.
Requirements for AI4D Scholarships Category 2 - Disadvantaged female students and students from low income countries: Qualification
- Each applicant must have successfully completed a Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines; AI, Computer Science, IT, IS, Electronic Engineering, or a related field.
- All applicants should have competent academic credentials and demonstrate motivation and commitment to pursue an academic career.
- All applicants should have thorough knowledge of the language of instruction within their host university of choice (English, French or Portuguese).
- All applicants must be nationals or permanent residents of any sub-Saharan country.
Application Deadline
Not Specified
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AI4D Scholarships Category 3 - Early Career Academics:
Aim and Benefits of AI4D Scholarships Category 3 - Early Career Academics:
Each successful ECA will receive a scholarship of US$ 68,000. This will cover:
- Tuition fees for one PhD student for two years (US$ 4000)
- Tuition fees for two MSc students (US$4000)
- Research costs (US$ 25,000)
- Research infrastructure (US$ 30,000)
- Traveling costs (US$ 5,000)
Funding would be for 2 years.
Requirements for AI4D Scholarships Category 3 - Early Career Academics: Qualification
Eligibility
- Each applicant must have held a PhD in AI and ML, for the last 3 – 5 years as at application.
- All applicants should have competent academic credentials and demonstrate motivation and commitment to pursue an academic career.
- All applicants must be nationals or permanent residents of any sub-Saharan country.
Application Deadline
Not Specified
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AI4D Scholarships Category 4 - Post-doctoral researchers:
Aim and Benefits of AI4D Scholarships Category 4 - Post-doctoral researchers:
Each successful candidate will receive a scholarship of US$ 63,000:
- Tuition fee for 4 MSc students = US$ 8,000
- Research activities = US$ 20,000
- Research infrastructure = US$ 30000
- Traveling cost = US$ 5,000
Funding would be for 2 years.
Requirements for AI4D Scholarships Category 4 - Post-doctoral researchers: Qualification
Eligibility
- Each applicant must have held a PhD in AI and ML, for not more than 2 years as at application.
- All applicants should have competent academic credentials and demonstrate motivation and commitment to pursue an academic career.
- All applicants must be nationals or permanent residents of any sub-Saharan country.
Application Deadline
Not Specified
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AI4D Scholarships Category 5 - Senior Scholars
Aim and Benefits of AI4D Scholarships Category 5 - Senior Scholars
Each successful scholar will receive a grant of US$ 45,500 which will cover the following:
- Tuition fees for PhD student (US$ 6000)
- Living allowance for PhD student (for 30 months=US$15,000)
- Two return Air ticket to study country (US$ 750 return per trip= US$1500)
- Research activities (US$ 17,000)
- Traveling support for the scholar (US$ 6,000)
Funding would be for a period 2 years.
Requirements for AI4D Scholarships Category 5 - Senior Scholars Qualification
Eligibility
- Each applicant must have held a PhD in AI and ML, for atleast 5 years as at the time of application.
- Should be atleast senior lecturer.
- All applicants should have competent academic credentials and demonstrate motivation and commitment to pursue an academic career.
- All applicants must be nationals or permanent residents of any sub-Saharan country.
Application Deadline
Not Specified
How to Apply
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For more details, visit ACTS website.
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