AI Scholarship at University of Surrey 2025 in the UK
The call for applications for the 2025/2026 University of Surrey AI Scholarship is now open.
The UKRI AI Centre for Doctoral Training in AI for Digital Media Inclusion combines the world-leading expertise of the Surrey Institute for People-Centred AI (PAI) at the University of Surrey, a pioneer in AI technologies for the creative industries (vision, audio, language, machine learning) and StoryFutures at Royal Holloway University of London, leader in creative production and audience experience (arts, psychology, user research, creative production).
The University of Surrey Scholarship offers a tuition fee coverage, a living stipend of £20,780 per year and an enhanced supplement of £4,000 per year to selected candidates.
Synopsis of the AI Scholarship at University of Surrey 2025
- Type: Postgraduate, PhD Scholarships
- Country to study: United Kingdom (UK)
- School to study: University of Surrey
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Scholarship Perks: UK home tuition fees, £20,780 Stipend per year, Enhanced supplement of £4,000 yearly, etc
- Deadline: February 28, 2025
Criterias
- have a bachelor’s degree in a related field.
- demonstrate academic excellence, a passion for research in AI for digital media inclusion, and evidence of effective teamwork.
Perks of the AI Scholarship at University of Surrey 2025
The University of Surrey AI Scholarship funding is provided for full-time candidates for a period of 4 years and covers:
- UK home tuition fees
- Tax-free maintenance payment based on UKRI’s minimum rate: UKRI recently announced a stipend increase for 2025/2026 to be £20,780 per year from 1st October 2025.
- Enhanced supplement of £4,000 per year
- As a doctoral student, you may be able to access additional funding to cover the cost of other related training and development opportunities.
Application Guidelines for the AI Scholarship at University of Surrey 2025
To apply for the University of Surrey AI Scholarship, you will need to submit the online forms and supporting documentation.
- Online CDT Application Form 1
- Online Additional Information Form 2
- A copy of your CV (2 pages max.) to CDT_AI@surrey.ac.uk
- A Case study (600 words max.) to CDT_AI@surrey.ac.uk (please label your files clearly with your LASTNAME.Name)
Stage 3: Recruitment workshop
- Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a recruitment workshop at the University of Surrey in March 2025 (there will be an online option for those who need to attend remotely).
Deadline: February 28, 2025