The Digital Education Council (DEC) Postgraduate Research Fellowship 2026 offers postgraduate researchers an opportunity to contribute to research on the intersection of artificial intelligence, digital transformation, and higher education.
Fellows collaborate with DEC Working Groups and contribute research and insights to projects examining the future of education and technology.
Program Overview & Eligibility
- Opportunity Type: Research Fellowship
- Format: Remote
- Location: Worldwide
- Organizer: Digital Education Council
- Eligible Nationalities: Open globally
- Target Applicants:
- Active postgraduate researchers (Master’s students, PhD candidates, and doctoral researchers).
- Recent university graduates and early-career researchers with a strong academic or professional background.
- Age Requirement: 22 to 35 years
- Work Experience: No specific minimum work-experience requirement
- Research Areas: Artificial Intelligence, Digital Education, Higher Education, Emerging Technologies
- Application Fee: $0
- Application Deadline: September 14, 2026
Eligibility
Applicants should have a strong interest or background in areas related to:
- Artificial Intelligence
- Digital transformation
- Higher education
- Educational technology
- Emerging learning frameworks
- Technology and academic research
Fellowship Benefits
Selected fellows may receive:
- Global research experience
- Fully remote participation
- Collaboration with international researchers and education leaders
- Exposure to DEC Working Groups and research projects
- Opportunities to contribute to research publications and strategic insights
- A chance to build experience at the intersection of AI and higher education
Who Should Apply?
This fellowship is particularly relevant if you’re interested in:
AI + Education | EdTech | Higher Education | Digital Transformation | Educational Research | Emerging Technologies
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