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University of Pretoria (UP) Commonwealth Doctoral Scholarships

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The University of Pretoria has an established reputation for academic excellence, focusing mainly on research activities.

Scholarship Overview

  • The University of Pretoria, a research intensive university, is targeting potential doctoral students who will make a significant contribution to its research endeavours.
  • The University of Pretoria Commonwealth Doctoral Scholarships are awarded on a competitive basis to students who fulfill the eligibility criteria.

Host School(s)

  • University of Pretoria

Field(s) of Study

  • Doctoral Programs

What does the scholarship cover?

The value of this scholarship is R170000, awarded annually, to cover the following costs.

  • Tuition fees
  • Accommodation and living costs
  • Medical aid
  • Books and stationery

NOTE:

  1. Research costs are covered by the Supervisor
  2. The University covers the following costs:
    • Flight ticket to South Africa from one’s home country (with proof of study permit)
    • A return flight ticket to one’s home country at the end of the study program
    • Shuttle service on arrival in South Africa from OR Tambo International Airport to Pretoria and return from Pretoria to OR Tambo Airport on completion.
    • UP application fee and Visa costs (refunded subject to proof of receipts on arrival at the university)

How many scholarships are given?

  • Two scholarships

Which countries are targeted?

  • Students from Commonwealth countries

Am I Eligible to Apply?

To qualify for this scholarship, you must:

  • Be a citizen of a commonwealth country
  • Be planning to undertake studies at the University of Pretoria beginning in 2022
  • Have completed a degree that will give you admission to a doctoral program not more than 2 years before you apply for the Commonwealth Doctoral Scholarship
  • Be not older than 35 at the time of application
  • Not be currently registered at UP in a PhD or Master program

How Do I Apply – Next Steps

  • Fill the application form for the UP PhD Commonwealth Scholarship
  • Attach the following documents to your application form:
    • A Curriculum Vitae (CV) – not more than 3 pages long
    • A copy of your passport
    • Academic transcripts of all qualifications obtained
    • The UP Online application Ref “T” number, or the 2022 student number provided to you by the University
    • A written motivation from your prospective Doctoral supervisor
    • An outline, one A4 page long, of your proposed research work
    • Proof that you will get study leave if you get the scholarship (if applicable)
    • 2 completed references from two different supervisors or academics who have current knowledge of your academic performance

NOTE: All the above documents, apart from the reference forms, should be sent as a single PDF document.

Selection Criteria

  • Leadership  qualities
  • Academic performance
  • Potential to carry out advanced research activities
  • Evidence of research accomplishments at master’s level
  • Honors and prizes received
  • Successful applicants will receive an official award letter via email by the end of November 2021.

Closing Date

  • 27th August 2021

How do I get more information?

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