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.
- 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
Application Deadline: February 28, 2025
Eligibility Criteria
- 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 1Â
- Online Additional Information Form 2Â
- A copy of your CV (2 pages max.) to [email protected]
- A Case study (600 words max.) to [email protected] (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).