MBZUAI Graduate Research Fellowship Program

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Overview

Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) is the world’s first research university dedicated to artificial intelligence (AI). Ranked among the top 10 globally for AI*, MBZUAI attracts world-class faculty and researchers specializing in computer vision, machine learning, natural language processing, computer science, robotics, statistics and data science, computational biology, human-computer interaction, and more.

The MBZUAI Graduate Research Fellowship Program offers master’s students and pre-doctoral researchers the opportunity to engage in short-term research projects with MBZUAI faculty. This fellowship is designed to provide valuable research experience, preparing candidates for PhD applications.

*According to CSRankings in AI, CV, ML, NLP, Robotics, and Computational Biology.

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Program Details

Fellowship Duration: Up to 3 months
Start Date: Flexible
Location: In-person at MBZUAI

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Key Benefits

The MBZUAI Graduate Research Fellowship Program helps candidates prepare for PhD studies by offering hands-on experience in cutting-edge research. Fellows work alongside faculty and research teams on innovative projects, enhancing their research skills and expanding their professional network within the AI community.

The fellowship includes:

Return-trip flights
Accommodation
Health insurance and visa sponsorship
A stipend of AED 8,000 per month

Application Process and Requirements

? Application Open Date: Year-round

? Selection Process: Rolling basis

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

Be a final-year master’s student or a prospective PhD applicant
Hold (or be completing) a STEM degree with a minimum GPA of 3.5/4.0 (or equivalent)
Demonstrate research experience, preferably with co-authored publications in top venues within the field

Candidates must submit the following:

Official transcript and graduation certificate
CV/Resume (maximum 3 pages)
Statement of research interests (maximum 2 pages) – outlining the general research direction the candidate wishes to pursue
Names of two MBZUAI faculty members whose research aligns with the candidate’s interests
Proof of English proficiency, such as:
- TOEFL iBT – minimum total score of 90
- IELTS Academic – minimum overall score of 6.5
- Official letter from the university registrar confirming English as the medium of instruction
Recommendation letter – Contact details of one referee