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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 SAIS Investment Readiness Programme. The SAIS Investment Readiness Programme (IRP) offers a year-long, tailor-made company development programme for African tech start-ups in agriculture, livestock, food, and climate.
Date Posted: 15 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the ARE Research Development Fellowship Programme 2024/2025. Africa Research Excellence Fund (AREF) Fellowships offer awardees the opportunity to develop their own research ideas, research skills and capabilities, to grow their research relationships through collaboration and mentorship, and to work towards a substantial research funding proposal.
Date Posted: 15 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the UNESCO Global Media and Information Literacy Week Youth Hackathon 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 15 Aug, 2024
Calling Caribbean journalists! Join Climate Tracker's international COP29 reporting team and cover the pivotal climate negotiations happening in Baku from November 11-22, 2024. Are you passionate about climate change and eager to make a difference? Do you dream of being at the forefront of reporting on global environmental negotiations? Apply now for the Climate Tracker (CT) COP29 Caribbean Climate Justice Journalism Fellowship 2024.
Date Posted: 15 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the Mastercard Foundation Fund for Alumni Start-ups in Transition (FAST) Program. The FAST program will support and empower the next generation of entrepreneurs by providing up to $15,000 in support for each venture.
Date Posted: 14 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 Ernst & Young (EY) CA Stream Bursary. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 14 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the DAAD Postgraduate Studies in the Field of Music scholarship in Germany. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 14 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 Women in News Leadership Accelerator Programme. Journalists with a passion for the news industry, with a minimum 5-10 years of active experience in the newsroom, should apply.
Date Posted: 14 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the Mastercard Al StartUp Challenge 2024. MasterCard, the UAE Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy and Remote Work Applications Office, and First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) are collaborating to empower the next generation of Al pioneers in the UAE with their first-ever Al challenge.
Date Posted: 14 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the Global Fast Track Programme 2024 for Fin Tech Companies. The programme aims to support FinTech companies to expand and grow in Asia through Hong Kong - the premier business hub that connects to the world.
Date Posted: 14 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the African Development Bank-Japan Africa Dream Scholarship 2025. This scholarship is open to applicants from African Development Bank member countries with relevant professional experience and a history of supporting their countries' development efforts who are applying to a graduate degree program in energy development and related disciplines.
Date Posted: 14 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the Africa CDC Youth Pre-Conference (YPC) 2024. This training aims to showcase the remarkable contributions young Africans are already making in health policy, practice, and research; and explore how to broaden engagement with and further empower these young leaders to transform the health sector across Africa.
Date Posted: 14 Aug, 2024
Applications to be part of the MultiChoice Talent Factory East Africa, West Africa and Southern Africa Academy class of 2025 are now open and will close on 15 September 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 14 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the Open Startup (OST) 2024 Investment Readiness Program. This opportunity is open to African startups. Click here to learn more about this training.
Date Posted: 13 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the NVIDIA 2024 Graduate Fellowship Program. NVIDIA particularly invites submissions from students pushing the envelope in artificial intelligence, robotics, autonomous vehicles, and related fields.
Date Posted: 13 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the YALI 2025 Mandela Washington Fellowship. Click here to learn more about this fully-funded opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 African Leadership Institute (AFLI) Archbishop Tutu Fellowship Programme. Click here to learn more about this fully-funded training opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Aug, 2024
Do you have a groundbreaking idea to address the global challenge of misinformation, cyberbullying and social disconnection? Apply now for the Singularity + Sync Digital Wellbeing Global Impact Challenge 2024.
Date Posted: 13 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the ICU Global Youth Essay Competition 2024. International Christian University (ICU) and Japan ICU Foundation invite youths from around the world to share their views on how to make society better. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the Anna Politkovskaya-Arman Soldin Prize for Courage in Journalism 2024. The prize distinguishes the work of journalists and photojournalists committed to carrying out their essential role of spreading information, particularly in crisis or conflict theatres.
Date Posted: 13 Aug, 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.