Mohamed Bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) is pleased to announce the launch of the MBZUAI Scholarship Programme for 2026. This international, fully-funded opportunity is designed for brilliant students seeking to pursue advanced knowledge and skills in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and contribute to global technological advancement.

The Scholarship underpins the Institute’s core mission to establish interdisciplinary and collaborative research and development potential in AI, attracting top regional and global talent.

Programme Features and Funding

This is a fully-funded scholarship opportunity, enabling successful candidates to study free of charge in the UAE.

• Financial Support: The scholarship covers the full cost of study.
• Career Guidance: Students benefit from the guidance of top-rated faculty and staff to support career path development.
• Innovation Focus: The programme aims to develop influential leaders and innovators equipped with the relevant, in-depth knowledge necessary to expand technological advancement both within the UAE and internationally.

Strategic Objectives

The MBZUAI Scholarship is a critical component of Abu Dhabi’s strategic efforts to build and sustain an AI-based economy and establish the nation as a global knowledge centre.

Key Goals of the Programme:

• Economic Growth: Endorsing social, economic, and political growth by translating scholarly work into tangible benefits for the national economy.
• Industry Collaboration: Developing real-time business applications through collaboration with various industries and public institutions.
• Workforce Development: Preparing a highly educated workforce of charismatic leaders and critical thinkers to ensure governing bodies have the requisite skills and resources to maximise the benefit of AI.

MBZUAI remains fervent about setting new benchmarks in education and research that will ultimately benefit the UAE and the world.

Eligibility and Application

• Eligibility: The scholarship is open to international students who demonstrate exceptional academic and research potential in the field of Artificial Intelligence.
• Further Details: Full details regarding eligibility criteria, application process, and deadlines will be published on the official MBZUAI website shortly.

Issued by

The Office of Admissions and Student Affairs Mohamed Bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) Abu Dhabi, UAE