SECAI Germany Scholarship 2026: Multiple AI Specializations and €934 Monthly Stipend

Artificial intelligence is no longer the sole domain of computer science graduates. The prestigious German SECAI School, supported by the Federal Ministry of Research and Technology, is now accepting applications for its 2026 Master’s scholarship. A unique feature of this scholarship is its innovative, interdisciplinary approach; it welcomes applications from diverse backgrounds, including medicine, engineering, psychology, and law, whose studies relate to the applications and impacts of artificial intelligence. The scholarship provides a monthly stipend of €934 to cover living expenses in Germany, offering passionate innovators the opportunity to dedicate themselves fully to research and integrate into one of Europe’s most prestigious research networks.

1. Summary of the SECAI Artificial Intelligence Grant 2026

Information	Details
Host country	Germany
Partner universities	Dresden University of Technology (TU Dresden) & Leipzig University
Level of study	Master’s degree (M.Sc.) or German diploma
Type of financing	Funded (monthly salary + family support for eligible individuals)
Application deadline	June 30, 2026 (Applications close soon!)

2. Financial benefits and allowances (living stability and research)

The program aims to provide a financially stress-free scientific environment, and funding includes:

• Monthly salary: A salary of 934 euros per month to cover accommodation and living expenses.
• Family support: Eligible international students may be eligible for an additional family allowance (subject to conditions).
• Professional networking: Direct involvement in SECAI’s AI research network and working on joint projects.

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3. Available programs and specializations

The programs eligible for the scholarship are distributed between two of the leading educational institutions in Germany:

1. At the Technical University of Dresden (TU Dresden):
   • Master of Science in Computer Science (M.Sc. Computer Science).
   • Master of Computer Modeling and Simulation – Applied Artificial Intelligence Track.
   • Master of Computer Modeling and Simulation – Computational Life Sciences Track.
   • Master of Science in Nanoelectronic Systems (M.Sc. Nanoelectronic Systems).
2. At Leipzig University:
   • Master of Science in Data Science (M.Sc. Data Science).
   • Master of Science in Bioinformatics (M.Sc. Bioinformatics).
   • Master of Medical Informatics (M.Sc. Medical Informatics).

4. Eligibility requirements and selection criteria

• Eligibility: The applicant must be a current or prospective student in one of the qualifying programs at the universities of Dresden or Leipzig.
• Research relevance: The field of study or research thesis should be directly related to research and applications of artificial intelligence (including the ethical, legal, or medical aspects of artificial intelligence).
• Academic GPA: Academic excellence is a basic requirement, and it is preferable that the cumulative GPA after conversion to the German system not be less than 1.7 (the closer the GPA is to 1.0, the better in the German system).
• Supporting diversity: The grant strongly encourages applications from women in STEM fields, as well as special humanitarian cases (such as those who have faced systemic challenges, political persecution, or asylum and displacement situations).

5. Required documents for application (Checklist)

1. The completed online application form is submitted via the SECAI platform.
2. Official academic transcripts (Academic Transcript).
3. Accredited Bachelor’s Degree Certificate.
4. An updated and professional curriculum vitae (CV).
5. A clear copy of a valid passport.
6. Any additional supporting documents (such as proof of research experience or papers related to humanitarian cases).

6. How to apply (roadmap)

1. Two separate tracks: A separate application for academic admission to the university (Dresden or Leipzig) must be submitted in parallel with the scholarship application; university admission does not automatically guarantee the scholarship.
2. Access the official SECAI application platform and fill out the scholarship application form.
3. Upload all required documents in clear PDF format before the deadline of June 30, 2026.