Applications are open for the MIT Emerging Talent Certificate in Computer and Data Science Program 2024/2025. The MIT Emerging Talent Certificate in Computer and Data Science (CDS) is a yearlong online learning program offered by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) that opens up education to employment pathways for talented learners including refugees, migrants, and first-generation low-income students from historically marginalized backgrounds and underserved communities worldwide.

For the 2024/2025 cohort, they are excited to introduce a new pilot initiative leading to their Certificate in Computer and Data Science. All accepted learners will begin their journey in MIT Emerging Talent’s Foundations Track, where they will develop essential skills in digital literacy, key human skills, mathematics, and computer science fundamentals that will set them up for success in the Certificate program.

The Foundations Track begins in mid-November 2024 and will run for two months. From this group, a selection of learners will advance to the Certificate program; this next phase involves in-depth studies in computer science and data science, incorporating MITx’s rigorous courses, hands-on projects, and access to a global mentorship network, all designed to elevate your expertise and prepare you for a successful tech career.

Cost

• There is no financial cost for participating students, aside from needing access to the internet and a computer, which they will strive to provide support for if required. All program costs, including exam fees and certificates, will be covered by MIT Emerging Talent.

Eligibility

• They welcome applications from refugees, internally displaced persons, and those otherwise impacted by forced migration from anywhere in the world. A significant number of positions will be reserved for women and applicants of refugee, asylee or internally displaced status. Some spots will be available for low-income first-generation individuals.
• Due to OFAC sanctions, MIT Emerging Talent is unable to accept learners residing within the following countries or states at this time: Iran, Cuba, Syria, North Korea, or the Crimea, Donetsk People’s Republic, or Luhansk People’s Republic areas of Ukraine and to parties blocked by the US Treasury Department. Note that if you are from these countries but live somewhere else you are eligible to be accepted.
• Admitted learners must be 18 years of age or older.

Time Commitment

Note that reliable access to a computer and internet is necessary for the completion of this Certificate program.

You need to have a computer running one of the following operating systems:

• Microsoft Windows, version XP or greater (XP, Windows Vista, or Windows 7)
• Apple OSX, version 10.2 or greater
• Linux – most distributions that have been released within the past two years should work
• In addition, you will need the ability to download, install, and run software on your computer.

You will be expected to commit 20 hours per week to the MIT Emerging Talent CDS Program. Though much of the online coursework can be completed asynchronously, problem sets and exams and live workshops will require ~10 hours per week of connectivity on a laptop or desktop device and additional hours of asynchronous work.

Note that whether you have access to a computer/internet will not determine acceptance into the program. In the application, you can respond to questions related to this.

Deadline: October 21, 2024

Application: Apply Here

Applications are now open for the 2025 Yale Young African Scholars Program. Yale Young African Scholars (YYAS)is an intensive academic and enrichment program designed for African secondary school students planning to pursue tertiary education and who wish to make a meaningful impact as young leaders on the continent.

Across both programs, participants will enhance their academic skills, receive university admission and financial aid application guidance, and join a network of young leaders from across Africa. Students may attend only one session, but they can indicate their preferred session(s) on the YYAS online application.

YYAS 2025 Program Dates:

• YYAS Online College Prep Workshop (6 days): 17 – 22 July 2025
• YYAS Residential Leadership Summit (Kenya; 9 days): 9 – 17 August 2025SUMMER 2025 OFFERINGS:

In 2025, YYAS will offer two programs…

• Online College Prep Workshop
• Residential Leadership Summit (in Kenya)

Eligibility Requirements

• Age: You must be between the ages of 14-18 years old on 17 July 2025 to be considered (i.e. born between 18 July 2006 and 17 July 2011). Please note that a typical YYAS student is between the ages of 16-17.
• English: You must be able to participate in a rigorous academic curriculum conducted in English.
• Citizenship: You must be a citizen or permanent resident of an African country. YYAS will also accept applications from refugees living in an African country.
• School location: You must currently attend school in an African country.
• Grade Level: You must be a current 10th or 11th-grade student (or the international equivalents).
• Graduation date:   If you attend school in the Northern Hemisphere, you must be graduating secondary school by May/June 2026 and no later than May/June 2027. If you attend school in the Southern Hemisphere, you must be graduating from secondary school by the earliest November/December 2025 and no later than November/December 2026.

If you are currently in your final year or term of secondary school, have already graduated secondary school, or are a university student, then you are NOT eligible to apply.

Program Details:

YYAS College Prep Workshop (online): The YYAS College Prep Workshop will offer admission to ~200 students, and is open to students across all African countries. To participate, students must be able to access Zoom on their own mobile phone, tablet, or computer with reliable internet for the duration of the program.

Given the limited duration of the program, YYAS has strict attendance expectations where students are unable to miss even one day of the program. Students who successfully finish the program will receive a pdf YYAS Certificate of Completion that can be added to college and university applications. The YYAS College Prep Workshop (online) is entirely free of charge.

YYAS Residential Leadership Summit (Kenya)

The YYAS Residential Leadership Summit will offer admission to ~100 students, and is open to students across all countries in Africa. Students will reside on a residential school campus in Kenya for nine (9) days.

The program will focus on the same college prep topics as the online workshop in addition to leadership, innovation, design, and 21^st century skills. Given the limited duration of the program, YYAS has strict attendance expectations where students are unable to miss even one day of the program. Students who successfully finish the program will receive a pdf YYAS Certificate of Completion that can be added to college and university applications.

The YYAS Summit is tuition-free ($0) and provides free housing, meals, and all academic curriculum materials.

TRAVEL: For the YYAS Summit (residential in Kenya), all students must be able to travel to and from Kenya, and all students will coordinate and pay/fundraise for any required travel documentation (such as passport, travel visa, etc.).

Travel Grant

• Regarding transportation (such as flights), there are a limited number of need-based Travel Grants available for students who are offered admission and live outside of Kenya. All applicants will automatically be reviewed for Travel Grant eligibility, and each offer of admission for the YYAS Summit will include information about whether or not a Travel Grant was provided (and then students and families can choose whether to accept or decline that offer of admission).

All students who do not receive/qualify for a Travel Grant must be able coordinate and pay/fundraise for their travel to and from Kenya.

Application Timeline:

Applicant Pool #1: Early Action

Applicant Pool #2: Regular Decision

How to Apply

Get Started:

Complete the Application:

For More Information: Click Here.

Application Deadline: 20 January 2025

Applications for the MultiChoice Talent Factory East Africa, West Africa & Southern Africa Academy Class of 2024 are now open. MTF is a 12-month-long industry readiness program that allows learning from some of the leading players in TV and Film while acquiring valuable experience in directing, producing, cinematography, commissioning, direction and many more other skills.

This is the first academy of its kind, spanning three regions and 13 countries across Africa. Sixty deserving young, talented candidates who want to work —and innovate — in film and television production get the chance to hone their skills alongside industry greats. This year-long funded programme is offered through accredited regional MTF Academies based in Kenya (for East Africa), Nigeria (for West Africa) and Zambia (for Southern Africa) in partnership with respected local academic institutions.

Eligibility

You are eligible if:

• You have a college/university qualification (Preferably experience in the Film Industry)
• You between the ages of 21 – 26 years old.

Application

To apply, you will need:

• Your CV – not more than 2 pages
• Personal Motivation letter of not more than 200 -300 words (why should you be chosen)
• Copy of Identification
• Copy of High School certificate
• Copy of College/University qualification
• COVID-19 Vaccine Certificate

Click here to apply

Deadline: September 15, 2024

For more information: MTF Academy

The Global Alliance of Universities on Climate (GAUC) has announced the 2024 ‘Climate x’ Leadership Training Program. This program aims to empower youth with the knowledge, skills, and tools needed to envision a sustainable future, take meaningful action, and unlock their potential as talents for the carbon-neutral future.

The youth generation is the backbone of the net-zero future, serving not only as inheritors but also as owners, creators, and leaders. The ‘Climate x’ ideology emphasizes the interconnectedness of global development issues. To achieve carbon neutrality, it is essential to respect nature, cross-disciplinary barriers, and explore innovative solutions that synergize climate action with the other 16 SDGs.

Program Overview

Duration: 1 Month of Knowledge Immersion
Format: Online interactive sessions, about 5 hours/week in September
Focus: Enhance scientific ingenuity, deepen global governance understanding, and broaden international perspectives.

Lecturers:

• University professors
• Youth mentors
• Guest speakers

Practical Application

Timeline: September to November
Activities: Organize at least 2 local community events impacting a minimum of 100 individuals.

GAUC Resources:

• Student community
• Global partners
• International platforms

Timeline

July-August: Rolling admission
September-November: Lectures

• Sep 3: Global Climate Governance by Sciences Pro
• Sep 5: Global Climate Governance by The University of Tokyo
• Sep 10: Climate x Energy by Indian Institute of Science & The University of Tokyo
• Sep 12: Leadership #1 by (To Be Announced)
• Sep 17: Climate x AI Innovation by Imperial College London
• Sep 19: Leadership #2 by (To Be Announced)
• Sep 24: Climate x Health by Australian National University
• Sep 26: Leadership #3 by (To Be Announced)

Certification

• Climate x Youth Trainer: Awarded upon completing the 1+N module and impacting 50 individuals.
• Climate x Youth Pioneer: Awarded upon completing the 1+N module and impacting 100 individuals.

Who Should Apply

Eligibility: Open to college students worldwide from any discipline who:

• Identify with the cause of carbon neutrality and are committed to it.
• Show a strong interest in climate change and sustainability.
• Demonstrate outstanding leadership potential in studies or community involvement.
• Commit to participating in all program components and impacting at least 100 individuals.
• Possess strong English comprehension and expression abilities.

How to Apply

Application Materials: Complete the application form

• A brief paragraph explaining your interest in the program.
• A resume.

For more details and to apply, visit the GAUC Climate x Leadership page.