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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 now open for the 2025 United Nations Regional Course in International Law for Africa. The Regional Courses provide high-quality training by leading scholars and practitioners on a broad range of core subjects of international law, as well as specific subjects of particular interest in a given region. Apply now!
Date Posted: 27 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the University of Lincoln’s 2025 scholarship programme for African students. The University of Lincoln’s Africa Scholarship is aimed at supporting postgraduate-taught students from across Africa. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Yale Jackson School of Global Affairs Emerging Climate Leaders Fellowship 2025. The mission of the Emerging Climate Leaders Fellowship is to create a community of committed clean energy and climate change leaders from emerging and developing countries, enriched by engagement with top Yale faculty and researchers, and leading global authorities in the clean energy transition from the International Energy Agency and beyond.
Date Posted: 27 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Harvard University Center for the Environment (HUCE) Environmental Fellows Program 2025. The Harvard University Center for the Environment expects to award approximately six fellowships for the 2025 cohort. The Center will organize a co-curricular program to ensure that the fellows get to know each other and each other's work. All fellows will attend biweekly dinners with their colleagues, faculty members, and guests.
Date Posted: 27 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at McGill University 2025/2026. The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at McGill University is open to talented leaders and changemakers at the graduate (master's) level, from across Sub-Saharan Africa who aspire t o improve and transform nutrition, public health, public policy, and sustainable agriculture sectors across Africa.
Date Posted: 27 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the French Institute International City of Arts Residency Program 2025. The Institut français × Cité internationale des arts residency program is aimed at artists and cultural professionals who have been living abroad for at least 5 years and who wish to develop a research and creative project in Paris during a three-, six- or nine-month residency. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the the Mastercard Foundation Scholarships at the Sciences Po Summer School. Scholarships for the Sciences Po Summer School are awarded in collaboration with a network of partner institutions authorized to nominate candidates. These scholarships are reserved for Scholars from the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program network who want to attend a four-week in-person programme.
Date Posted: 26 Sep, 2024
Applications are now open for the Mastercard Foundation fully-funded scholarship program for graduate study at Sciences Po. For its second strategic phase (2024 – 2034), the goal of the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Sciences Po is to support 1,450 students and young professionals who demonstrate academic excellence, strong leadership potential and a commitment to achieving change in Africa, but who face significant financial barriers to higher education. Apply now!
Date Posted: 26 Sep, 2024
Are you a visionary GreenTech entrepreneur with a groundbreaking business solution or innovation to transform green and climate sector in Africa and committed to leveraging technology to contribute towards the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)? Do you have an impact driven, financially sound and scalable solution with clear growth strategy to solve Africa's energy challenges? Apply now to join the United Nations Development Programme Timbuktoo GreenTech Hub in Kenya.
Date Posted: 26 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Prince Albert Il of Monaco Foundation Environmental Photography Award 2025. This annual award was created with the aim of rewarding photographers who put their creativity to good use in raising awareness about Earth protection.
Date Posted: 26 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Kleinhans Fellowship for Community Forestry Research 2025. The fellowship provides funds for research that is oriented toward solving real-world problems as defined by community forest enterprises (CFEs). Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 26 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Al Journalism Labs 2025 at the Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at CUNY. Embark on a journey of innovation! These 3-month hybrid, tuition-free and highly participatory programs invite journalists to explore generative Al through theory and practice and add meaningfully to the conversation.
Date Posted: 26 Sep, 2024
Are you ready to shape the future of social enterprise? Apply for the Social Enterprise World Forum (SEWF) Policy Forum 2024 today!
Date Posted: 26 Sep, 2024
With underwriting from the Ford Foundation, Rest of World is launching the second iteration of its Labor x Tech reporting initiative to deepen our understanding of how new technologies and tech companies are redefining the meaning of labor. This opportunity is open to journalists worldwide. Apply now!
Date Posted: 25 Sep, 2024
Applications are now open for the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Internship Program 2024 Quarter 4. The purpose of the IsDB Internship Program is to offer undergraduate/ postgraduate students the opportunity to engage in a dynamic learning environment while gaining practical experience that complements their academic studies.
Date Posted: 25 Sep, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 SADC Secondary School Essay Competition. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 25 Sep, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025/2026 University of Cambridge Mastercard Foundation Scholars Programme. Click here to learn more about this fully-funded opportunity and apppy for it.
Date Posted: 25 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at the University of Toronto 2025/2026. The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at the University of Toronto (U of T) is a fully funded scholarship program for graduate studies at Canada's leading institution of learning, discovery, and knowledge creation. U of T is proud to be one of the world's top research- intensive universities, driven to invent and innovate.
Date Posted: 25 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the African Research Fellowship 2024/2025. The African Research Fellow (ARF) program jointly carried out by ESA and AUC aims to empower African researchers (PhD or Master degree with extensive research experience) to engage in Earth Observation (EO) R&D activities relevant to the EO AFRICA Initiative.
Date Posted: 25 Sep, 2024
Applications are invited for the Oxford Climate Journalism Network 2025. This is a unique opportunity to join a global network, and learn from peers and academics, while developing your own expertise and career in climate journalism. Apply now!
Date Posted: 25 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.