Fully funded postgraduate opportunities in AI

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The Artificial Intelligence Collaboration Centre (AICC) is a £16.3 million initiative led by Ulster University in partnership with Queen’s University Belfast, supporting the responsible adoption of artificial intelligence across Northern Ireland.

A core focus of the AICC is developing the skills, knowledge and talent needed to help people, businesses and wider society make the most of AI. Through its education and skills activity, the AICC is helping to build a strong pipeline of AI-ready graduates who can support innovation, productivity and economic growth across key sectors.

AICC Postgraduate Scholarships

As part of this commitment, Ulster University and Queen’s University Belfast are offering a range of fully funded postgraduate places on AI-related courses. Browse Ulster University’s eligible course offerings below.

These scholarships are designed to equip learners with the technical expertise, creative thinking and practical understanding needed to apply AI responsibly and effectively in real-world settings.

By supporting postgraduate education in AI, the AICC is helping to address regional skills gaps, strengthen Northern Ireland’s digital capability and contribute to a future where AI innovation is accessible, inclusive and aligned with the needs of industry and society.

Whether you are looking to develop specialist AI skills, progress your career or contribute to Northern Ireland’s growing innovation ecosystem, these fully funded postgraduate opportunities offer a practical pathway into one of the most important areas shaping the future of work.