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Cambridge ERA AI Fellowship 2026 in the UK (Fully Funded)
Applications are now open for the Cambridge ERA AI Fellowship 2026, an 8-week fully funded research fellowship hosted in Cambridge, United Kingdom. This prestigious program welcomes international applicants from all academic and professional backgrounds who are eager to explore the intersection of Artificial Intelligence (AI), safety, and governance.
Set to begin on February 2, 2026 (Winter intake), the fellowship provides participants with an exceptional opportunity to research and address the global challenges posed by advanced AI systems—ensuring that their development remains safe, transparent, and beneficial to humanity.
Cambridge ERA AI Fellowship Overview
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Host Country: United Kingdom
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Location: Cambridge
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Duration: 8 Weeks
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Start Date: 2 February 2026
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Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
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Application Deadline: 3 November 2025
Financial Benefits
The Cambridge ERA AI Fellowship 2026 provides full financial support, including:
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A stipend to cover living expenses
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Accommodation during the program
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Meals provided throughout the fellowship
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Visa support for international participants
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Round-trip airfare
This funding ensures that all fellows can focus entirely on their research without financial concerns.
Cambridge ERA AI Fellowship Focus Areas
The ERA AI Fellowship focuses on three primary domains:
1. Technical AI Safety
Goal: To ensure AI systems are designed with robust safety mechanisms and remain under human supervision.
2. AI Governance
Goal: To create evidence-based governance models and policies that guide AI development responsibly and ethically.
3. Technical AI Governance (TechGov)
Goal: To leverage AI’s underlying technical components—such as algorithms and system architectures—to enhance transparency, accountability, and policy compliance.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants from any country are welcome to apply. The ideal candidates include:
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Individuals aged 18 or older
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PhD students integrating AI safety into their current research
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Professionals from related technical or policy fields seeking to transition into AI safety or governance
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Early-career researchers aiming to deepen expertise in AI risk and policy
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Individuals with unique perspectives capable of contributing to a deeper understanding of AI-related challenges
How to Apply for the Cambridge ERA AI Fellowship
Applicants must complete the online application through the official website.
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No application fee is required.
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Interested candidates are encouraged to apply early due to the competitive nature of the fellowship.
For further details and to begin your application, visit the official page below:
