Eligibility
Eligibility criteria.
AREC programmes are open to learners across Africa and the diaspora. Use the guide below to identify the programme that best fits your current stage and ambition.
Who should enrol
Programme eligibility at a glance
AREC-B · Foundation
AREC AI Basics
Foundations of Artificial Intelligence & Research literacy.
- Undergraduates
- Early-career researchers
- Curious professionals
AREC-A · Intermediate
AREC AI Advanced
Applied AI, quantitative & qualitative research at depth.
- Masters students
- PhD candidates
- R&D professionals
AREC-PD · Professional
AREC AI Professional Diploma
A career-grade credential in AI-enabled research & innovation.
- Mid-career professionals
- Lecturers
- Policy analysts
AREC-ED · Executive
AREC AI Executive Diploma
For leaders shaping Africa's AI, research and innovation agenda.
- Executives
- Directors
- Founders
- Senior policy makers
AIIAR · Membership
AREC Certified AI Specialist (IIAR Associate Member)
Professional membership pathway of the International Institute of AI & Research.
- Researchers
- Practitioners
- AREC Diploma holders
FIIAR · Fellowship
AREC Certified AI Specialist (IIAR Fellow Member)
The highest professional distinction for contributions to AI & research in Africa.
- Senior researchers
- Distinguished practitioners
- AIIAR members