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The Tarapada and Nirmala Basu Scholarship for the Use of AI to Benefit Developing Countries at Imperial College London 2026

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Scholarship Details

Eligible Degrees

Masters

Funding Type

Partial Funding · GBP 10,000

Eligible Courses

Computing

Eligible Nationalities

Open to all nationals

Can Be Taken At

Imperial College London

Provider

Imperial College London

Last Verified On

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The Tarapada and Nirmala Basu Scholarship for the Use of AI to Benefit Developing Countries at Imperial College London 

The Tarapada and Nirmala Basu Scholarship supports students for the 2026/27 academic year who are interested in using Artificial Intelligence to create a positive impact in developing countries. Established in 2024 by Imperial alumnus Professor Amiya Basu in honour of his parents, this scholarship aims to encourage research that leverages AI for global development.

Eligibility Criteria of The Tarapada and Nirmala Basu Scholarship for the Use of AI to Benefit Developing Countries:

  1. Applicants will be assessed based on their academic merit, their familiarity with AI and its potential to benefit developing countries, and their financial need. They must also submit two written statements: one outlining their interest and familiarity with AI in the context of developing countries, and another explaining their financial need.
  2. Applicants must complete the scholarship application form and hold an offer for an eligible programme by 11:59 pm (UK time), Friday 27th March 2026.

Application Process: 

  1. Applicants will be assessed based on their academic merit, their familiarity with AI and its potential to benefit developing countries, and their financial need. They must also submit two written statements: one outlining their interest and familiarity with AI in the context of developing countries, and another explaining their financial need.
  2. Applicants must complete the scholarship application form and hold an offer for an eligible programme by 11:59 pm (UK time), Friday 27th March 2026.

Award: GBP 10,000 cash bursary.

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  • The Tarapada and Nirmala Basu Scholarship for the Use of AI to Benefit Developing Countries at Imperial College London 2026 covers Partial Funding, GBP 10,000.