CyberAI Scholarship Program

AITREC CyberAI Scholarship Program

About

The AITREC CyberAI Scholarship Program is a hands-on, 3-month, 100% online professional training program designed for students, graduates, ICT professionals, and aspiring technology practitioners seeking practical, industry-relevant skills in Cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence.

The programme combines live instructor-led classes, self-paced learning, practical CyberLabs, expert technical and career mentorship, continuous assessment, and a hands-on CyberAI capstone project. Participants gain the opportunity to apply their knowledge to real-world cybersecurity challenges, develop practical technical capabilities, build a professional portfolio, and earn an AITREC CyberAI Certificate upon successful completion.

SCHOLARSHIP ELIGIBILITY

The AITREC CyberAI Scholarship Program is open to motivated individuals interested in building practical skills in Cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence.

Who Can Apply?

University and college students
Recent graduates
ICT professionals
Cybersecurity enthusiasts
Software developers
Technology entrepreneurs
Educators and trainers
Professionals transitioning into cybersecurity and AI

Requirements

Applicants should:

Demonstrate genuine interest in Cybersecurity and AI
Have access to a computer and reliable internet
Commit to the full 12-week program
Participate in classes, practical labs, assessments, and the capstone project
Demonstrate motivation and clear career or learning goals

No advanced cybersecurity or AI experience is required.

Selection

Applications are assessed based on motivation, background, commitment, career goals, and potential. Scholarship places are limited, so meeting the eligibility requirements does not guarantee selection.

Scholarship Support

The program has a value of KES 65,000 (approximately USD 504).

Selected participants receive KES 40,000 (approximately USD 310) in scholarship support and contribute KES 25,000 (approximately USD 194) to enroll.

Only 25 Scholarship Places Available for Cohort 1

Applications will be reviewed for scholarship eligibility, so we encourage you to apply early and avoid waiting until the deadline.

Application Deadline: 2nd November 2026
Training Starts: 23rd November2026
Scholarship Places: 25

Apply by 30 October 2026 to be considered for one of the 25 available scholarship places.

WHAT YOU GET

✓ Live instructor-led online training
✓ Self-paced recorded learning
✓ Practical CyberLabs
✓ Cybersecurity + AI training
✓ Expert technical and career mentorship
✓ Assignments and assessments
✓ CyberAI capstone project
✓ AITREC professional certification

12-WEEK PROGRAM

MONTH 1 — CYBERSECURITY FOUNDATIONS

Weeks 1–4: Cybersecurity fundamentals, networking and system security, cyber threats and defense, security operations, SIEM, threat intelligence, and incident response.

MONTH 2 — AI FOR CYBERSECURITY

Weeks 5–8: AI and machine learning fundamentals, AI-powered threat detection, anomaly detection, Generative AI for cybersecurity, prompt engineering, AI security and emerging threats.

MONTH 3 — ADVANCED CYBERAI

Weeks 9–12: Digital forensics and AI, ethical hacking and vulnerability management, cyber risk, governance and privacy, followed by a practical CyberAI Capstone Project.

Lead Trainer & Mentor

Dr. Stanley M. Githinji is a cybersecurity researcher, educator, and technology consultant with 18+ years of experience in cybersecurity, IT, research, consultancy and professional training. He holds a PhD in Information Systems (UNISA), MSc in IT Security & Audit (Strathmore University), BSc in Applied Computer Science (Daystar University), and a Graduate Certificate in Instructional Design & Performance Improvement (Arizona State University).

His expertise includes Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence, Digital Forensics, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cryptography, IT Governance, Risk Management and Digital Transformation. As Lead Trainer and Mentor, he combines academic and practical industry experience to help participants develop hands-on CyberAI skills, practical projects, professional portfolios and career readiness.

PRACTICAL CYBERLABS

Participants gain hands-on experience in:

Network and system security
Threat and phishing analysis
SIEM and security monitoring
Vulnerability assessment
Malware analysis
AI-based anomaly detection
Generative AI for cybersecurity
Digital forensics
Cyber risk assessment

MENTORSHIP & CAPSTONE

Participants receive technical and career mentorship throughout the programme, including guidance on projects, career pathways, CV/portfolio development, and professional growth.

Each participant completes a CyberAI Capstone Project, such as AI-based threat detection, phishing detection, malware classification, digital forensics, fraud detection, or security automation.

FULLY ONLINE BLENDED LEARNING.

ASYNCHRONOUS

Recorded lessons, labs, digital resources, quizzes, assignments, forums, and self-paced practical activities.

Participants can learn from anywhere while balancing work, university, or other commitments.

SYNCHRONOUS

Live expert sessions and consultations

CERTIFICATION

Successful participants receive:

SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION PROCESS

1. Apply Online: Complete the Online Application Form.

2. Motivation: Explain why you want to join and how CyberAI training supports your goals.

3. Selection: AITREC reviews applications based on motivation, commitment, background, and potential.

4. Scholarship Offer: Successful applicants receive confirmation of the scholarship support.

5. Enrollment: Pay the remaining contribution.

6. Start Training : Receive online platform access, orientation, CyberLabs, and the program schedule

START YOUR CYBERAI JOURNEY.

Learn Cybersecurity. Master AI. Build. Innovate. Get certified.

Important

Submitting an application does not guarantee a scholarship place. Applications will be reviewed based on the program’s eligibility and selection criteria, and successful applicants will be contacted with the next steps.

Apply for the Scholarship