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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 Global Health Equity Scholars (GHES) Fellowship 2025-2026. The Global Health Equity Scholars (GHES) Fellowship is a 12-month, NIH-supported, mentored training in global health research designed to address health inequities and improve population health. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 18 Jul, 2024
Applications for the Pulitzer Center Rainforest Reporting Grant 2024 are now open. The Rainforest Reporting Grant provides short-term, project-based funding support to journalists who want to report on tropical rainforests in three key regions: the Amazon, Central Africa, and Southeast Asia. They seek ambitious reporting proposals looking into critical issues including illegal deforestation, Indigenous rights, the extraction industry, biodiversity, and more.
Date Posted: 18 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the Woodrow Wilson International Center Fellowship Program 2025- 2026. Through an international competition, the Center offers 9-month residential fellowships. The Wilson Center invites scholars, practitioners, journalists and public intellectuals to take part in its flagship international Fellowship Program.
Date Posted: 18 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the Civicus Civic Space Research Internship 2024. The role aims to support the strengthening of the CIVICUS Monitor's global research collaboration, in particular, to support the implementation of the Monitor's civic space incident tool.
Date Posted: 18 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the ImpactAl Scholarship to Attend One Young World Summit 2024. The scholarship will shine a light on five incredible young leaders who have spearheaded initiatives and advocacy campaigns to create positive social/environmental impact and would benefit from integrating generative Al to turbocharge their reach.
Date Posted: 18 Jul, 2024
Applications are now open for the Ingressive For Good (14G) 2024 Marketing Scholarship for African Students. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Jul, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 McKinsey & Company Young Leaders Programme. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the UN DESA Italian Junior Professional Officers Programme 2024. The Italian JPO Programme is a multilateral development cooperation initiative sponsored by the Government of Italy through the Directorate General for Development Cooperation of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation and implemented by the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UN/DESA).
Date Posted: 17 Jul, 2024
Are you looking for funding opportunities to support your research degree? Macquarie University offers a variety of generous scholarships to help exceptional graduate researchers achieve their academic goals. With a competitive selection process, these scholarships provide substantial financial aid, allowing students to focus on their studies and research.
Date Posted: 17 Jul, 2024
Are you an early career scientist with ground-breaking ideas and a passion for research? The University Research Fellowship (URF) program by the Royal Society offers a unique opportunity to support the next generation of research leaders. This scheme is for outstanding scientists who are in the early stages of their research career and have the potential to become leaders in their field.
Date Posted: 17 Jul, 2024
Are you a young professional looking to significantly impact the Intellectual Property (IP) field? The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) Young Experts Program (YEP) might be your perfect opportunity. Applications are open for the 2024 YEP.
Date Posted: 17 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the National Humanities Center Fellowship Program 2025-2026. A fellowship year at the National Humanities Center is an opportunity to make significant progress on scholarly projects, socialize and share ideas with other scholars, and be reinvigorated by a hiatus from the regular demands of academic life for time spent in deep thought and reflection.
Date Posted: 17 Jul, 2024
Applications for the Smithsonian Postgraduate/Postdoctoral Fellowships in Conservation of Museum Collections Program are now open. This program offers opportunities to conduct research and gain further training in the conservation of museum collection objects. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Jul, 2024
The Smithsonian Institution (SI) Postdoctoral Fellowship in Biodiversity Genomics promotes collaborative research in these fields involving comparative genomic approaches such as phylogenomics, population genomics, metagenomics or transcriptomics, and have a component that involves significant bioinformatics analysis. Applications for this opportunity will open in August 2024.
Date Posted: 17 Jul, 2024
Applications are now open for the Smithsonian Institution Fellowship Program (SIFP). The Smithsonian Institution Fellowship Program offers opportunities for independent research or study related to Smithsonian collections, facilities, and/or research interests of the Institution and its staff.
Date Posted: 17 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the World Bank Group Africa Fellowship Program 2025. The program targets young talented African nationals who are completing or have recently completed their Ph.D. in an area relevant to the World Bank's work.
Date Posted: 17 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the University of Pretoria Commonwealth Doctoral Scholarship for 2025! This is your chance to contribute to cutting-edge research at a renowned institution. Scholarships are available for students from Commonwealth countries (excluding South Africa).
Date Posted: 16 Jul, 2024
Applications for the Commonwealth Professional Fellowships 2024/2025 are now open. The Commonwealth Professional Fellowships are for mid-career professionals from low - and middle-income countries to spend a period of time at a UK host organisation working in their sector for a programme of professional development.
Date Posted: 16 Jul, 2024
Applications for the Barry & Marie Lipman Family Prize 2025 are now open. The Barry & Marie Lipman Family Prize at the University of Pennsylvania is an annual global prize that celebrates leadership and innovation in the social sector with an emphasis on impact and transferability of practices.
Date Posted: 16 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the TWAS-ICCBS Postdoctoral Fellowship Programme 2024/2025. The programme is for young scientists from developing countries (other than Pakistan) who wish to pursue postdoctoral research.
Date Posted: 16 Jul, 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.