The Commonwealth University of Pretoria Scholarship is a fully funded doctoral program providing substantial financial support to candidates from Commonwealth countries (excluding South Africa) who are dedicated to conducting significant research. The scholarship accommodates costs related to tuition, accommodation, travel, and living expenses, ensuring scholars can fully immerse themselves in their research pursuits.
Designation
PhD Candidate
Research Area
Various research domains aligned with the academic activities at the University of Pretoria.
Location
University of Pretoria, South Africa
Eligibility/Qualification
To be considered for the Commonwealth University of Pretoria Scholarship, applicants must:
- Be citizens of Commonwealth countries, excluding South Africans.
- Have applied to study at the University of Pretoria for the 2025 academic year.
- Have identified a potential doctoral supervisor at the University of Pretoria.
- Submitted academic records to the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA).
- Have completed their postgraduate/Masters degree at least two years prior to applying for this scholarship.
- Be under the age of 40.
- Not be current or former PhD or Masters students at the University of Pretoria.
Job Description
As a recipient of the Commonwealth University of Pretoria Scholarship, the candidate will:
- Engage in full-time doctoral study at the University of Pretoria.
- Conduct significant research contributing to the university’s academic excellence.
- Collaborate with a designated doctoral supervisor.
- Utilize the provided scholarship funds to cover tuition fees, accommodation, living costs, medical aid, books, and stationery.
- Benefit from additional support such as flight tickets and visa-related costs.
How to Apply
- Submit an Online Application: Apply to the University of Pretoria for the 2025 academic year and obtain your application Ref “T” number or student number.
- Prepare Required Documents:
- A written motivation from your prospective doctoral supervisor confirming available research funding.
- An outline of your proposed research work (one A4 page).
- A CV (maximum three pages).
- Proof of granted study leave if applicable.
- A copy of a valid passport.
- Full academic transcripts (not certificates).
- Two completed reference forms from different academics/supervisors.
- Submit Application: Email the completed application form and all required documents as a single PDF to pgbursary@up.ac.za with the subject heading “UP Commonwealth 2025”.
Last Date for Apply
September 11, 2024
For further details and to access the application forms, please click here.
