Opportunities for African Students

Scholarships, internships, and training opportunities in AI, data science, and Earth sciences. Always check official websites for deadlines and requirements.

Data Science & AI

AIMS – African Institute for Mathematical Sciences

Fully funded MSc in Mathematical Sciences and AI (South Africa, Senegal, Ghana, Rwanda).

MSc • Fully funded

Big Data Africa School

Intensive school on data science, HPC, and machine learning.

Short course • Data Science

IACR – Cryptography & Security

Global opportunities in cryptography, cybersecurity, AI, and theoretical computer science (PhD, postdoc, industry).

Jobs • Research • Computer Science

Research & Training

DARA - Development in Africa with Radio Astronomy

Training in radio astronomy, astrophysics, and data science across Africa.

Training • Research • Fully funded

ICTP – International Centre for Theoretical Physics

Global training and research opportunities in physics, mathematics, and Earth sciences.

Training • MSc / PhD

Université de La Réunion – Bourses & Échanges

Scholarships and exchange programmes in the Indian Ocean region, including Horizon Excellence and mobility funding.

MSc / Exchange • Funded

Fully Funded Degrees

Mastercard Foundation (University of Edinburgh)

Fully funded MSc for African students with leadership potential and commitment to impact.

MSc • Fully funded

DAAD (Germany)

Scholarships for MSc and PhD programmes in Germany.

MSc / PhD • Funded

Study in India (ICCR Scholarships)

Government of India scholarships for international students in STEM and other fields.

MSc • Funded

Global Korea Scholarship (GKS)

Fully funded degrees in South Korea including tuition, stipend, and travel.

MSc / PhD • Fully funded

Internships & Programmes

Afrika Kommt

Leadership programme with internships in German companies.

Internship • Training

CACTUS – MPI Internship

Research internship in AI at Max Planck Institute.

Internship • AI