Published Date : 25/05/2025
The deadline for the Robotics and Artificial Intelligence Nigeria (RAIN) Scholarship 2025 is May 31, 2025. This scholarship is a gateway to a future in robotics, AI, and automation, offering a hands-on, world-class training experience for ambitious graduates across Nigeria and West Africa.
Robotics and Artificial Intelligence Nigeria (RAIN), registered with RC Number RC1607482, was established in 2019 to address the critical gap in skilled workforce development in Nigeria and West Africa in the emerging technologies of the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR). Their mission is to foster innovation, build capacity, and enable technological transformation in AI, robotics, and related fields.
### Program Details
These comprehensive one-year programs offer partial tuition coverage (valued up to ₦7,700,000) for successful applicants. They offer three distinct program tracks:
1. **Robot Development and Automation (RDA)**
- A hands-on 12-month program focusing on robotics design, drone technology, IoT, and embedded systems.
- **Program Structure:**
- **Weeks 1-12:** Basics of robotics, IoT, and embedded systems
- **Weeks 13-34:** Advanced robotics, drone technology, and automation
- **Weeks 35-49:** Real-world robotics project
- **Weeks 50-52:** Evaluation and certification
2. **Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AIML)**
- A comprehensive 12-month program covering Python programming, advanced data analytics, neural networks, natural language processing, and computer vision.
- **Program Structure:**
- **Weeks 1-12:** Fundamentals of AI, Python programming, and data analytics
- **Weeks 13-34:** Advanced topics in machine learning, neural networks, computer vision, and NLP
- **Weeks 35-49:** Capstone project tailored to societal challenges
- **Weeks 50-52:** Performance evaluation and certification
3. **Combined AIML and RDA Program**
- A holistic 24-month course combining software and hardware expertise, tailored to produce multi-disciplinary professionals.
- **Program Structure:**
- This comprehensive program integrates both AIML and RDA curricula over a 24-month period, with a special focus on the integration of software intelligence with hardware implementation.
### Benefits
- Partial Tuition Coverage (from ₦7,700,000)
- Starter Kit Included
- Comprehensive Training (12 or 24 months)
### Eligibility
- Open to any individual legally permitted to study in Nigeria
- Not limited to Nigerian citizens, welcome to qualified candidates from across West Africa
- Recent graduates
- Preferably but not limited to First-class degree holders with excellent references from university lecturers
- Backgrounds in Engineering, Computer Science, Computing, Mathematics, or Physical Sciences
- Demonstrable knowledge of coding (especially Python, C++, or C)
- Passion for robotics, automation, and/or artificial intelligence
- Must provide own laptop (16GB RAM, Core i7 recommended) and arrange accommodation in Ibadan
### Application
- Create a 2-minute video addressing:
- Your background and personality
- Why you’re suitable for this scholarship
- Your knowledge of RAIN and our mission
- Your coding experience and expertise
- How you plan to contribute to Nigeria’s technological growth
- Relevant experience (including final year projects)
- Which program track you’re applying for (RDA, AIML, or Combined)
- Post your video on YouTube and share the link via the form
- Tag RAIN on their social media platforms
For more information, visit the RAIN Scholarship website.
If you have any questions or need further assistance, feel free to reach out to RAIN through their official channels. This scholarship is a significant step towards a brighter, technologically advanced future for Nigeria and West Africa.
Q: What is the deadline for the RAIN Scholarship 2025?
A: The deadline for the RAIN Scholarship 2025 is May 31, 2025.
Q: What are the three program tracks offered by RAIN?
A: The three program tracks offered by RAIN are Robot Development and Automation (RDA), Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AIML), and the Combined AIML and RDA Program.
Q: Who is eligible to apply for the RAIN Scholarship?
A: The scholarship is open to any individual legally permitted to study in Nigeria, including candidates from across West Africa. It is particularly suitable for recent graduates with a background in Engineering, Computer Science, Computing, Mathematics, or Physical Sciences.
Q: What are the benefits of the RAIN Scholarship?
A: The benefits include partial tuition coverage (up to ₦7,700,000), a starter kit, and comprehensive training for 12 or 24 months, depending on the chosen program.
Q: How can I apply for the RAIN Scholarship?
A: To apply, create a 2-minute video addressing the required points, post it on YouTube, and share the link via the application form. Don't forget to tag RAIN on their social media platforms.