Google, in partnership with the African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS), has launched the 2025 Google DeepMind AI for Science Scholarships, providing African students with a fully funded pathway to pursue postgraduate degrees in AI, machine learning, and mathematical sciences.
This initiative seeks to empower talented individuals by offering financial support and access to world-class resources, fostering the next generation of AI innovators in Africa.
Scholarship Highlights
The Google DeepMind AI for Science Scholarships include:
- Full Coverage: Tuition fees, relocation expenses, living stipends, and research costs.
- Essential Resources: Access to computing tools, electricity, and high-speed internet.
- Professional Development: Opportunities to attend Google DeepMind-hosted AI conferences and events.
- Expert Mentorship: Guidance from industry leaders at Google DeepMind.
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Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be African citizens and residents.
- Hold a four-year undergraduate degree or a three-year degree with an honors year (by August or December 2025).
- Have a background in mathematics, physics, computer science, statistics, engineering, or related fields.
- Not have previously received an AIMS scholarship.
How to Apply
Deadline: Applications close March 21, 2025.
Steps:
- Register on the official AIMS application platform at https://ai.aims.ac.za/apply
- Upload the following documents:
- Completed application form
- CV
- 500-word motivation letter
- Academic transcripts
- Responses to mathematics and coding problems
- Participate in the selection process, which includes:
- Mathematics and coding tasks.
- Online interviews in May 2025 for shortlisted candidates.
Benefits for Scholars
Selected candidates will gain:
- Fully funded postgraduate studies for up to two years.
- Stipends for relocation, housing, and living expenses.
- Invitations to AI-related events for networking and skill enhancement.
- Hands-on mentorship from Google DeepMind experts to guide their academic and professional journeys.
Advancing Africa’s AI Talent
The Google DeepMind AI for Science Scholarships aim to bridge the gap in AI expertise across the continent, equipping African students to tackle global challenges through advanced technology and science. This initiative represents a significant step in strengthening Africa’s position in the global tech ecosystem while enabling individual scholars to achieve their dreams.
Interested? Visit the AIMS application portal today and take your first step toward becoming an AI leader.