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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 for the Green Institute Fellows Program 2024 are now open. This prestigious title will be awarded to students who actively participate in the series of four virtual conferences, each focusing on vital topics in sustainability, food security, climate action, and environmental law.
Date Posted: 02 Aug, 2024
The International Centre for Counter-Terrorism (ICCT) is looking for a Visiting Fellow to support its research activities in the fall of 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the Person-Centred Care Advocacy Academy 2024. Sponsored by the International AIDS society, the Person-Centred Care Advocacy Academy is set to award fellowships to 15 dedicated advocates for an intensive and interactive four-day workshop series.
Date Posted: 01 Aug, 2024
The Robert Schuman Centre for Advanced Studies offers one-year Jean Monnet Fellowships to scholars who have obtained their doctorate more than five years prior to the start of the fellowship, i.e. 1 September 2025 for the academic year 2025-26. Applications are now open for this opportunity.
Date Posted: 01 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the Eisenhower Fellowships Global Program 2025. Eisenhower Fellowships identifies, empowers and connects innovative leaders through a transformative fellowship experience and lifelong engagement in a global network of dynamic change agents committed to creating a world more peaceful, prosperous and just.
Date Posted: 01 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the Charles Bullard Fellowship in Forest Research 2025-2026. Harvard University awards a limited number of Bullard Fellowships annually to individuals representing a variety of disciplines and approaches to the study of forested ecosystems. These full-time residential fellowships allow individuals to foster their scientific and professional growth and to contribute to research on forests at Harvard.
Date Posted: 01 Aug, 2024
Aftershoot, an industry leading post-processing software for photographers, announces the launch of its grant program - Aftershoot Create Together Fund 2024. This path breaking initiative aims to support photographers in building and nurturing local photography communities through workshops, photowalks, model shoots, meetups, and other such offline events.
Date Posted: 01 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the Atlantic Fellows for Health Equity in South Africa based at Tekano 2024. Join the community of dynamic changemakers coming together to enhance their knowledge, leadership capabilities and action for greater social justice and health equity impact.
Date Posted: 01 Aug, 2024
Are you a young person who cares about the environment and people? Do you want to raise your voice on climate migration, and how it affects millions of people around the world, including children and youth? Do you have a story to share as a young person who migrated or has been displaced in the context of climate change? Do you want to play a role in the global policy agenda on these important issues? If yes, then this is your chance to join the IOM COP29 Youth Delegates on Climate Migration and be part of the COP29 in Azerbaijan!
Date Posted: 01 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 Institute for Advanced Study in the Humanities International Fellowship. This opportunity is open to research fellows who have completed their PhD and have up to six years of post-doctoral experience.
Date Posted: 31 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the WFP Innovation Challenge: Relief & Resilience 2024. They launched the latest World Food Programme (WFP) Innovation Challenge in search of game-changing innovations that offer relief, foster resilience and end hunger.
Date Posted: 31 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the Kokyo Design Award 2025. The Kokyo Design Award is an international competition for product design that aims to co-create with talented designers and support their activities.
Date Posted: 31 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the Post-Harvest Loss Innovation Prize 2024. The Post Harvest Loss Innovation Prize is seeking innovative solutions that reduce post-harvest loss for smallholder farmers in emerging markets. Funding from the prize is unrestricted.
Date Posted: 31 Jul, 2024
Applications for the Mellon/ACLS Dissertation Innovation Fellowship 2024/2025 are now open. The Mellon/ACLS Dissertation Innovation Fellowships provide a year of support for doctoral students preparing to embark on innovative dissertation research projects in the humanities and interpretive social sciences.
Date Posted: 31 Jul, 2024
Applications are invited for the Africa Centre for Energy Policy (ACEP) Next Generation Resource Governance Leaders Program 2024. The Next Generation Resource Governance Leaders Program is an internship that intends to balance a dose of theory with real-world application and equip participants with the requisite multidisciplinary intellectual development, practical skills, and research abilities to think in more innovative ways to solve complex governance challenges.
Date Posted: 31 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the McKinsey & Company Young Leaders Programme 2024 - Lagos. The Young Leaders Programme is a 1-year full-time consulting program designed for recent university graduates from different academic backgrounds interested in pursuing an exciting career in consulting and passionate about working in Africa.
Date Posted: 31 Jul, 2024
The Young Innovators in Africa Spotlight is an exciting opportunity for young Africans who are making significant contributions towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through innovative approaches. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 31 Jul, 2024
Applications are now open for the KPMG Sustainability Graduate Programme 2025. Young South African graduates are eligible to apply for this opportunity.
Date Posted: 31 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the African Union 6th Region Youth Volunteer Program 2024. The African Union 6th Region Youth Division Volunteer Program is a prestigious initiative designed to engage and empower young leaders globally.
Date Posted: 30 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the British Academy Innovation Fellowships Scheme 2024-2025. The Innovation Fellowships scheme will provide funding and support for established early-career and mid-career researchers in the Humanities and Social Sciences to partner with organisations and business in the creative, cultural, public, private and policy sectors, to address challenges that require innovative approaches and solutions.
Date Posted: 30 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.