UNILAG Commonwealth IRDC Scholarship 2025 For Nigerians | Fully Funded
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The UNILAG Commonwealth IRDC Scholarship offers a fully funded opportunity to conduct AI research with a monthly stipend of ₦300,000, full tuition, and mentorship.
The UNILAG PhD Scholarship also covers the costs of housing, research, and also opportunities to publish, present, and collaborate with education stakeholders across Africa.
For more about this opportunity, its requirements, and how to successfully apply, read this post till the end.
UNILAG Commonwealth IRDC Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: Nigeria
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | PhD Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: Nigeria
- Reward:
- Full Scholarship | ₦300,000 Monthly Stipend | Accommodation | Travel & Research Support
- No IELTS Required
- Deadline: July 5, 2025
UNILAG Commonwealth IRDC Scholarship Details:
The Nigeria AI Lab (NAIL), Department of Computer Science, University of Lagos is delighted to announce two fully funded PhD positions.
The UNILAG PhD Scholarship is funded by and is part of the AI for Education project, supported by the International Development Research Centre (IDRC) Canada and the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO).
The UNILAG Commonwealth IRDC Scholarship project is aimed at designing AI-powered personalized learning assistants for low-connectivity, underserved learning environments in sub-Saharan Africa—and the lab is looking for passionate, talented researchers to join!
Eligibility Requirements for UNILAG Commonwealth IRDC Scholarship
To be considered for the UNILAG Commonwealth IRDC Scholarship, you must:
- Be interested, passionate, about AI, education, and social impact.
- Have a background in a relevant field of the AI and Learning Assistants.
Benefits of UNILAG PhD Scholarship 2025
The UNILAG PhD Scholarship offers;
- Monthly stipend of approximately NGN 300,000 covering tuition, housing, and living expenses
- Research and travel support (subject to availability)
- Mentorship and access to an active research community
- Opportunities to publish, present, and collaborate with education stakeholders across Africa
Required Documents for UNILAG Commonwealth IRDC Scholarship
To apply, candidates must be ready to submit the following documents;
- CV,
- Cover letter,
- Research statement (1–2 pages),
- Academic transcripts, and
- Links to your Google Scholar, LinkedIn, and 3 referees.
How to Apply for UNILAG Commonwealth IRDC Scholarship (Step by Step)
To apply for the UNILAG Commonwealth IRDC Scholarship, interested and qualified candidates should send an email including all the documents above to: airol@unilag.edu.ng.
Deadline: July 5, 2025
