Key Details at a Glance
Degree: Turing AI Scholars Programme (TAISP)
Duration: 4 years, direct honours
Admissions: Outstanding academic performance with Mathematics and/or Physics background
Careers: AL/ ML Engineer, AI Scientist, AI Policy Advisor, AI Consultant/ Strategist, AI Ethics/ Safety Compliance Officer.
The Turing AI Scholars Programme (TAISP) is the flagship scholarship at NTU’s College of Computing and Data Science (CCDS), created for exceptional students with a strong passion for advancing artificial intelligence.
Open to undergraduates pursuing Computer Science, Data Science & AI, and AI & Society, TAISP provides a distinctive academic and professional pathway that integrates:
Rigorous computing and AI foundations
Hands-on research opportunities with leading faculty and labs
Global exposure through industry attachments, conferences, and international immersion
Industry pathways connecting scholars to leading employers and partners
Through this combination of training, research, and global experience, TAISP scholars develop the expertise and perspective to lead in AI research, innovation, and policy. Graduates are well positioned to become global leaders in artificial intelligence, contributing to Singapore’s ambition to be a world leader in AI, while shaping the future of technology across industry, government, startups, and academia.
Masterclasses: Gain insights into cutting-edge AI trends from renowned researchers and industry leaders.
Mentorship: Personalised one-on-one guidance from top AI specialists, including NTU professors, renowned researchers, and global industry experts.
Global Exposure:
Experiential learning trip
1-semester study in top universities
1-semester internship
Comprehensive scholarship: Financial support covering tuition, living expenses, overseas attachment, travel grant, and computer allowance, ensuring a seamless global learning experience. For more details, please refer to the Benefits of Award here
Applicants should demonstrate
Outstanding academic results in GCE ‘A’ Levels, IB Diploma, NUS High, or Polytechnic Diploma
A strong foundation in Mathematics
Excellent co-curricular achievements
Leadership qualities and potential
👉 View the NTU Admissions Guide for the full list of accepted qualifications.
The TAISP curriculum combines core computing, advanced AI modules, and interdisciplinary learning with real-world application, giving scholars both theoretical depth and practical experience.
👉 View the Curriculum Structure.
Graduates pursue careers in technology, business, finance, policy, and research, including roles such as:
AL/ ML Engineer,
AI Scientist,
AI Policy Advisor,
AI Consultant/ Strategist
AI Ethics/ Safety Compliance Officer
