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Below is a list of ongoing fully-funded and partial scholarships for students in South Africa to help fund your studies abroad or in South Africa. View list, learn how to apply for scholarships and win a scholarship today.
Applications are open for the MASDAR Youth 4 Sustainability Programs 2024/2025. Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, Youth 4 Sustainability (Y4S) is a Masdar global initiative that empowers the next generation of sustainability leaders. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Oct, 2024
Applications for the AAUW International Project Grants 2024/2025 are now open. The International Project Grants support community-based initiatives that advance gender equity for women and girls and that are led by American Association of University Women (AAUW) International Fellowship Alumnae. Apply now!
Date Posted: 02 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the Melton Foundation Global Solvers Accelerator 2025. The Global Solvers Accelerator engages emerging change agents from diverse world regions around developing competencies for global citizenship, sustainable development, and collective leadership. Apply now!
Date Posted: 02 Oct, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 UNEP CTCN Youth Climate Innovation Program. The Youth Climate Innovation (YCI) Program is a transformative initiative by the Climate Technology Center & Network (CTCN) designed to support young innovators from developing countries as they create, develop, and scale high-impact climate technology solutions that are both locally relevant and globally adaptable. Apply now!
Date Posted: 01 Oct, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 Women in Sustainability, Environment, and Renewable Energy (WiSER) Pioneers Program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Oct, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 TotalEnergies Young Talent Trainee Program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Oct, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 WomenLift Health Southern Africa Signature Leadership Journey. The Signature Leadership Journey is a transformative learning experience that brings together mid- to senior-career women from various disciplines and sectors in health. It aims to instill the mindset shift needed to address the complex challenges of global public health issues today.
Date Posted: 01 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the MOPGA Visiting Fellowship Program 2025 for Early Career Researchers. France, as a major player in the fight against climate change and guarantor of the spirit of the Paris Agreement, is launching a new MOPGA visiting fellowship program geared towards strengthening scientific contributions to climate change issues raised by the COPs. Apply now!
Date Posted: 01 Oct, 2024
Applications for the Global Leadership Challenge 2024 are open. They seek a diverse group of postgraduate students and young professionals who are ready to rise to the challenges of our time and develop themselves as the responsible leaders our world desperately needs now. GLC Members can participate virtually from around the world.
Date Posted: 01 Oct, 2024
Are you an international student seeking to excel in your academic and research journey? Do you want to study in Vietnam at a leading university that offers generous financial support? The Ton Duc Thang University (TDTU) Graduate Scholarship program provides a great opportunity for international students pursuing their Master’s or PhD degrees to benefit from comprehensive financial aid.
Date Posted: 30 Sep, 2024
Are you a talented early-career scientist who has already produced excellent supervised work, is ready to work independently and shows potential to be a research leader? The ERC Starting Grant could be for you. Apply now!
Date Posted: 30 Sep, 2024
Are you passionate about international development and humanitarian work? Do you want to contribute to impactful projects that address critical global issues in developing countries? The Catholic Relief Services (CRS) International Development Fellows Program offers the perfect opportunity for hands-on experience in international relief and development. This fellowship is designed for individuals ready to dedicate themselves to global causes while enhancing their skills and expertise. Apply now!
Date Posted: 30 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Planet Forward Storyfest Awards 2025. They are looking for stories that inspire, motivate, and drive change. Stories that are compelling, thought-provoking, and vibrantly stimulating. Be memorable, have an impact - and have fun.
Date Posted: 30 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the UN FAO Regular Volunteer Programme for Africa (RAF) 2025. With over 195 Members, FAO works in over 130 countries worldwide. They believe that everyone can play a part in ending hunger. Apply now for this opportunity!
Date Posted: 30 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Open Notebook Early-Career Fellowship Program 2025. The Open Notebook offers a paid, a part-time fellowship program for early-career science journalists. During the course of this fellowship, fellows work with a mentor to plan, report, and write articles for publication at The Open Notebook and become part of the TON editorial team.
Date Posted: 30 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Anna Lindh Foundation Shaping Transformative Narratives 2024. Social media Influencers can shape opinions, trends, and behaviors through the content they create and share. This is why, for the first time, the ALF Secretariat is launching a call specifically for social media influencers. Apply now!
Date Posted: 30 Sep, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 Earthshot Prize Youth Programme. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 Sep, 2024
Applications are now open for the Smithsonian Environmental Justice Fellowship. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 Sep, 2024
Applications are now open for the Smithsonian Climate Change Fellowship. Climate change is dramatically and profoundly altering our planet, and for decades, Smithsonian researchers have been conducting studies and collecting data to understand these changes. Apply now to become a part of this unique opportunity!
Date Posted: 28 Sep, 2024
The GFCF is inviting applications for the third cohort of the #ShiftThePower Fellows, an experimental programme aimed at strengthening the #ShiftThePower movement by supporting and elevating thought leadership and network connectedness among civil society and movement practitioners in the Global South who are deeply immersed in social change at the local level. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 Sep, 2024
1. Why should I study in South Africa?
South Africa is home to some of the top universities in Africa, offering world-class education across various disciplines. The country has a vibrant cultural life, breathtaking landscapes, and opportunities for students to immerse themselves in a multicultural society.
2. What are the top universities in South Africa?
Some of the most prominent universities in South Africa include:
University of the Witwatersrand (Wits)
University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN)
3. What are the admission requirements to study in South Africa?
Admission requirements vary depending on the university and program. Generally, students need:
A high school diploma or equivalent for undergraduate programs.
Proof of English proficiency through tests like IELTS or TOEFL (for nonnative speakers).
For postgraduate programs, a relevant bachelor's degree is required.
Some programs may have specific subject or grade requirements.
4. Are there scholarships available for international students in South Africa?
Yes, scholarships are available for both domestic and international students. Scholarships can be provided by:
The South African government through initiatives like the National Research Foundation.
Universities
International organizations and partnerships such as the Commonwealth Scholarships
5. Do I need a student visa to study in South Africa?
Yes, international students need a student visa to study in South Africa. The process requires you to provide:
Proof of admission to a South African university.
A valid passport.
Proof of financial means to support yourself during your studies.
Proof of medical insurance valid in South Africa.
6. Can I work while studying in South Africa?
Yes, international students are allowed to work part-time for up to 20 hours per week during the academic year and full-time during university holidays, as long as they hold a valid study visa.
7. What is the process for recognizing foreign qualifications in South Africa?
If you obtained your qualifications outside of South Africa, you may need to have them recognized through the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). This process ensures your previous academic qualifications meet South African standards for higher education.