Tencent Launches Qingyun Scholarship for AI Talent
Tencent Unveils Qingyun Scholarship to Foster AI Talent
Tencent has officially launched its Qingyun Scholarship program, designed to nurture exceptional talent in artificial intelligence (AI) research. The initiative aims to support master's and doctoral students demonstrating outstanding capabilities in computer science, AI, and related interdisciplinary fields.
Program Details
The scholarship's first phase will select 15 recipients, each receiving comprehensive support valued at 500,000 RMB. This package includes:
- Direct financial assistance
- Critical computing power resources
The computing resources component addresses a significant bottleneck in AI research by providing access to scarce computational infrastructure.
Eligibility Criteria
The program targets:
- Chinese nationals pursuing graduate studies
- Students enrolled at mainland Chinese universities or institutions in Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan regions
- Candidates specializing in computer science, AI, or interdisciplinary fields combining these disciplines
Applicants must demonstrate:
- Proven research excellence
- Deep academic expertise
- Innovative research perspectives
The Qingyun Scholarship reflects Tencent's commitment to advancing China's position in global AI development by investing in next-generation researchers.
Key Points:
- Substantial Support: Each recipient receives 500,000 RMB worth of funding and resources
- Research Focus: Program emphasizes fundamental AI research and application innovation
- Resource Allocation: Computing power addresses critical infrastructure needs for AI projects
- Talent Pipeline: Initiative strengthens China's position in global AI development
