The Mohamed Bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) offers fully funded graduate scholarships in the United Arab Emirates for international students interested in advanced study and research in artificial intelligence and related fields.
The scholarship provides financial support covering tuition, accommodation, health insurance, visa sponsorship, and a monthly stipend for eligible full-time students.
Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: United Arab Emirates
- University: Mohamed Bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI)
- Study Level: Master’s and PhD
- Field: Artificial Intelligence and related STEM disciplines
- Eligible Countries: All countries
- Funding: Fully funded
- Tuition: 100% tuition fee coverage
- Accommodation: On-campus accommodation
- Health Insurance: Provided
- Visa: UAE visa sponsorship for eligible international students
- Monthly Stipend: Available according to university regulations
- Application Deadline: December 15, 2026
About the Mohamed Bin Zayed University Scholarship
Mohamed Bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence provides graduate-level education and research opportunities focused on artificial intelligence. The university supports students pursuing careers in research, academia, technology, and other fields where AI plays an important role.
Students admitted to eligible full-time Master’s and PhD programmes receive a full scholarship. Scholarship benefits remain subject to satisfactory academic performance, university regulations, and compliance with the institution’s code of conduct.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants should meet the academic and programme-specific requirements for their chosen degree.
Master’s Applicants
Applicants for Master’s programmes should:
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant STEM field such as Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or another related science or engineering discipline.
- Have obtained their degree from a university accredited or recognized by the UAE Ministry of Education.
- Have a minimum CGPA of 3.2 on a 4.0 scale, or an equivalent qualification.
- Provide official academic transcripts and degree certificates.
- Demonstrate English-language proficiency through a valid TOEFL iBT or IELTS Academic certificate, unless an approved exemption applies.
Final-year students may initially apply using an official transcript and expected graduation documentation. Successful applicants will be required to provide their completed degree certificate and final transcript.
PhD Applicants
PhD candidates should have a strong interest in advanced research and a desire to contribute to scientific and technological development.
Applicants should have:
- A relevant Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or another suitable STEM field.
- A strong foundation in theoretical and applied Computer Science where required by the programme.
- A minimum CGPA of 3.2 on a 4.0 scale, or equivalent, for the relevant degree(s).
- The required English-language proficiency certification, unless exempted.
- A strong motivation for research, academic work, or careers in research institutions.
Applicants applying for a PhD with only a Bachelor’s degree are required to provide a valid GRE General Test certificate.
Scholarship Benefits
Successful students can receive:
- Full tuition fee coverage.
- On-campus accommodation.
- Health insurance.
- UAE visa sponsorship for eligible international students.
- Monthly stipend, subject to university rules and applicable student status.
Monthly Stipend
According to the information provided, the monthly stipend rates are:
International and UAE Resident Students
- MSc: AED 15,500 per month
- PhD: AED 18,500 per month
Married PhD students may be able to receive an additional AED 7,500 housing allowance if they meet the university’s requirements and receive approval.
UAE National Students
- MSc: AED 37,500 per month
- PhD: AED 43,500 per month
The exact benefits and stipend conditions are subject to MBZUAI’s regulations and official scholarship policies.
Required Documents
Applicants should prepare the following documents:
- Completed online application form.
- Updated CV containing academic qualifications, work experience, research publications, and programming or coding skills.
- Valid passport copy.
- Recent photograph with a white background.
- Academic transcripts.
- Degree certificate or expected graduation documentation, where applicable.
- English-language proficiency certificate, if required.
- Other programme-specific documents requested during the application process.
Additional documents may be required depending on the applicant’s nationality and residency status.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should apply through the official MBZUAI admission portal.
- Review the admission requirements for your chosen Master’s or PhD programme.
- Prepare your academic documents, CV, passport and other required materials.
- Complete the online application form.
- Upload all required documents.
- Provide recommendation letters, personal statements and other programme-specific materials where requested.
- Complete any required screening examination or technical interview.
- Submit the application before the applicable deadline.
Applicants are encouraged to submit complete applications as early as possible because admission to MBZUAI is highly competitive.
Application Deadline
The stated application deadline for the 2027 Mohamed Bin Zayed University Scholarship is December 15, 2026.
Applicants should confirm the deadline and admission requirements on the official MBZUAI application portal before submitting their application.
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