The University of Pretoria (UP), a research-focused university, provides fully financed scholarships in South Africa to applicants from Commonwealth nations (aside from South Africa) who may considerably further the university’s research objectives. The UP Commonwealth Scholarship is given out in accordance with academic performance and leadership qualities. UP has developed into a thriving academic community with a varied student body, staff, and faculty. The Commonwealth PhD fellowship, which is renowned for its exceptional academic and research programs, seeks to promote innovation and high-quality education.
A range of excellent academic programs are available under the UP Doctoral Commonwealth Scholarship 2024–2025 with the goal of educating and motivating the following generation of leaders. There are research programs in the following fields: health sciences, veterinary science, economics and management sciences, law, humanities, education, engineering, built environment and IT, natural and agricultural sciences & Religion and Theology.
The committed academic staff at UP is enthusiastic about assisting students in achieving professional success. The goal of the academic programs is to steer scholars toward a profitable future while supporting their passions. For overseas students looking to further their academic careers and have a fulfilling academic experience, this Commonwealth scholarship program is perfect. Before the deadline comes, apply immediately.
Host Country: South Africa
Host organisation: UP Internal Bursary
Scholarship Location: University of Pretoria
Scholarship Duration: 3 years
Scholarship level: Doctoral
Eligibility Criteria:
- Must be nationals of Commonwealth nations, with the exception of South Africa.
- must enrol at the University of Pretoria in 2025 to start their studies.
- must apply in order to be admitted to UP for the 2025–2026 school year.
- Needed to have chosen a possible supervisor.
- have to provide the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) with their academic records.
- To be eligible for admission to UP in 2025, applicants must have finished their postgraduate or master’s degree within the previous two years.
- Must be younger than forty years old.
- This grant is not available to PhD or Master’s students who are enrolled at the University of Pretoria or who have previously attended.
Benefits:
- includes living and lodging costs
- Included in the annual tuition fees
- provides lunches and supplies for studying (books and stationery)
- Provided is a medical facility
- Upon program start, an airline ticket, and upon degree completion, a return ticket
- When travelling to South Africa, there is a shuttle service from the airport to the university.
- reimbursement for tuition, health insurance, and visa fees upon receipt presentation
- Possibility of getting further funding
- Fantastic opportunity to carry out research abroad
Deadline: 11th September, 2024.
