What IBM PhD Fellowship Award actually covers.
The IBM PhD Fellowship Award is a prestigious worldwide programme that honours exceptional PhD students in computer science, AI, quantum computing, and related disciplines. IBM welcomes nominations from African institutions and supports students working on research topics aligned with IBM's strategic priorities, including AI, blockchain, cybersecurity, and cloud computing. Award recipients receive a stipend, an IBM mentor, and opportunities to intern at IBM Research labs including IBM Research Africa.
Who can apply.
Open to phd applicants. Eligible nationalities are listed below.
46 more eligible countries — full list available on the official application page.
Accepted fields.
IBM PhD Fellowship Award currently lists the following eligible fields of study. Other related disciplines may also be considered — check the official call.
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Other scholarships worth a parallel application.
Same eligibility window or destination. Many strong applicants apply to three or four programmes per cycle.