SECAI AI Scholarship 2026 in Germany | Fully Funded Master’s Opportunity

Applications are now open for the 2026 SECAI AI Scholarship in Germany for international and domestic students interested in Artificial Intelligence and related fields.

The School of Embedded Composite and Artificial Intelligence (SECAI), jointly hosted by TU Dresden and Leipzig University, is offering fully funded scholarships for outstanding students pursuing Master’s studies and AI-related research.

The scholarship covers full tuition, living expenses, family allowance, mentorship opportunities, and international networking support.

SECAI AI Scholarship 2026 Summary

• Host Country: Germany
• Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Master’s Scholarships
• Eligible Countries: All Countries
• Scholarship Coverage: Full Scholarship | €11,208 Annual Stipend | Family Allowance | Travel Support
• IELTS Requirement: Not Required
• Application Deadline: June 30, 2026

About the SECAI Scholarship

The SECAI Scholarship Programme was established to support talented students and researchers working in Artificial Intelligence and related disciplines at TU Dresden and Leipzig University.

SECAI views AI as an interdisciplinary field that combines expertise from:

• Computer Science
• Engineering
• Mathematics
• Social Sciences
• Law
• Natural Sciences
• Medicine and Healthcare

The programme offers residency scholarships to help students cover living expenses in Germany, focus on their academic work, build research careers, and strengthen professional networks.

Selection is primarily based on academic excellence, while also promoting diversity and internationalization in AI education. Women in STEM fields are especially encouraged to apply.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Their field of study, specialization, or project topic must align with SECAI research areas.
• They must be enrolled in a Master’s programme or a Diplom programme (with at least two years completed).

They must either:

• • Study at TU Dresden or Leipzig University, or
  • Visit a research group at either institution.
• Applicants should demonstrate strong academic performance, typically equivalent to a German GPA of 1.7 or better.
• Exceptions may be considered in cases of significant personal circumstances.

Scholarship Benefits

Successful applicants will receive:

• Full tuition support
• Monthly living stipend of approximately €934
• Annual stipend totaling €11,208
• Family allowance for eligible international students
• Mentorship opportunities
• Industry networking and research exposure
• Mobility and international exchange support

Eligible Programmes

The scholarship supports students in AI-related programmes including:

At TU Dresden

• Computer Science
• Nanoelectronic Systems
• Computational Life Science
• Applied Artificial Intelligence
• Computational Modelling and Simulation

At Leipzig University

• Data Science
• Bioinformatics
• Medical Informatics

The programme also supports:

• International students visiting research groups at either university
• Students participating in international academic exchanges

How to Apply

Interested applicants should:

1. Visit the official scholarship webpage.
2. Complete and submit the online application form before the deadline.
3. Ensure all required academic and supporting documents are uploaded.

Application Deadline: June 30, 2026

Apply here