The School of Embedded Composite and Artificial Intelligence (SECAI) at TU Dresden and Leipzig University has announced applications for the 2026 SECAI AI Scholarship Program for interested domestic and international students.
The SECAI AI Scholarship 2026 is a fully funded opportunity designed for outstanding students pursuing Master’s studies in Artificial Intelligence and related fields in Germany. The scholarship provides financial support covering tuition, living expenses, family allowances, mentorship opportunities, travel support, and networking opportunities for selected applicants.
Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: Germany
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward: Full Scholarship | €11,208 Stipend per year | Family Allowance | Travel Costs
- IELTS Requirement: No IELTS Required
- Deadline: June 30, 2026
Scholarship Details
The SECAI Scholarship Program was established to support exceptional students and researchers whose academic interests align with Artificial Intelligence and related interdisciplinary fields at TU Dresden and Leipzig University.
The scholarship recognizes AI as a multidisciplinary field that combines expertise from computer science, engineering, mathematics, medicine, social sciences, law, natural sciences, and other application-based disciplines.
SECAI provides residency scholarships that help cover living expenses in Germany, enabling students to focus fully on their academic and research activities while also building professional networks and advancing their research careers. The initiative also offers mobility grants aimed at encouraging international academic exchange and collaboration.
The scholarship selection process is primarily based on academic excellence, while also promoting diversity and internationalization in AI-related study programs. Female students in STEM-related disciplines are especially encouraged to apply.
Eligibility Criteria
To be qualified for the SECAI AI Scholarship, applicants must:
- Have a study specialization or project topic closely related to SECAI research areas
- Be enrolled in a Master’s program or a Diplom program with at least two years of completed study
- Be students of TU Dresden or Leipzig University, or be visiting a research group at either institution
- Demonstrate excellent academic performance, usually with a cumulative GPA equivalent to 1.7 or better in the German grading system
- Meet any additional academic requirements specified by the host institution
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants for the SECAI AI Scholarship will receive:
- Full tuition support
- Monthly living stipend of €934
- Mentorship opportunities
- Industry networking opportunities
- Travel support and mobility funding
- Family allowance for eligible international students
Available Programmes
The scholarship supports students enrolled in AI-related programs at TU Dresden and Leipzig University, including:
- Computer Science at TU Dresden
- Nanoelectronic Systems at TU Dresden
- Computational Life Science at TU Dresden
- Applied Artificial Intelligence at TU Dresden
- Computational Modelling and Simulation at TU Dresden
- Data Science at Leipzig University
- Bioinformatics at Leipzig University
- Medical Informatics at Leipzig University
The scholarship is also open to:
- International students visiting research groups at TU Dresden or Leipzig University
- Students from TU Dresden or Leipzig University participating in exchange programs with international partners
How to Apply
To apply for the SECAI AI Scholarship:
- Visit the official scholarship application webpage
- Complete the online application form
- Submit all required academic and supporting documents
- Ensure your study or research interests align with SECAI research areas
- Submit your application before the deadline
- Kindly wait for feedback from the scholarship committee
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