University of Pretoria Commonwealth Doctoral Scholarships

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

• 27^th August 2021

How do I get more information?

• Website: UP PHD Commonwealth Scholarship