Canon Collins RMTFP Scholarships 2025 for Postgraduate Studies South Africa
Description
Are you a passionate advocate for social justice in southern Africa looking to pursue a postgraduate degree? The Canon Collins Trust, in partnership with the Ros Moger and Terry Furlong Group, is offering scholarships in 2025 to exceptional individuals dedicated to making a positive impact. This prestigious program supports postgraduate studies in South Africa for students from Angola, Botswana, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Swaziland, and Zambia. With a focus on areas like education, law, and climate justice, these scholarships empower future leaders to create a more open and just society.
Degree Level
Canon Collins RMTFP Scholarships 2025 for Postgraduate Studies South Africa is available to undertake Postgraduate level programs at South Africa Universities.
Available Subjects
2025 Scholarship Focus Areas:
In 2025, scholarships will be awarded to students pursuing studies in three key areas:
- Justice: This broad category encompasses Climate Justice, Law, Economics, and Politics.
- Education: Support extends to individuals focusing on Education policy and practice.
- Humanities: This field includes disciplines like Literature, History, Anthropology, and the Arts.
Application Eligibility:
Submit an application only if your program of study falls within these three areas.
Unsure about Eligibility?
Interdisciplinary courses and doctoral studies can be tricky to categorize. Use your judgment when deciding to apply. However, applications clearly outside Justice, Education, or Humanities (e.g., MBAs, standalone Economics, Medical Sciences, Sports Sciences, Applied Sciences) will not be considered for an award.
Funding Duration:
Scholarships provide funding for a maximum of two years (Master's) and three years (PhD). Continued funding depends on satisfactory academic progress and reports.
Benefits
- The scholarship program offers funding for up to two years for Master's degrees and up to three years for PhD programs. The award amount varies depending on your individual circumstances, ranging from R20,000 to R100,000.
- This program supports both full-time and part-time students, and even considers applications from those pursuing studies through distance learning.
- There's also a strong emphasis on community and networking. Each year, a conference is held for current scholarship holders, along with several smaller events throughout the year. Participation in these activities is expected, fostering a sense of connection and contribution to a valuable network.
Eligible Nationalities
This scholarship is open to students from Angola, Botswana, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Swaziland, Zambia
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for this scholarship program, you must meet the following criteria:
- Citizenship or Refugee Status: You must be a citizen or hold refugee status in one of these countries: Angola, Botswana, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Swaziland, or Zambia.
- Residency: You must be a normal resident of one of the listed countries.
- Academic Qualifications: You must possess a strong first degree (minimum upper second class or equivalent) or be on track to graduate with such a degree in the year of application.
- Study Location: You must be currently studying or planning to study at a South African university.
Important Note:
- Before applying, it's crucial to thoroughly review the program guidelines available here.
Alternative Scholarship Option:
- If you're a citizen of Namibia, South Africa, or Zimbabwe seeking scholarship funding for your studies, consider applying for the Canon Collins Sol Plaatje scholarship instead. You can find details about this program here.
Application Procedure
- Complete the application process: Submit your application electronically through the link given below
- Stay tuned for updates: Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interviews in October/November 2024. The final decision on the scholarships will be communicated in December 2024.
- Don't miss the deadline: Make sure to submit your application by July 22nd, 2024 at 3:00 PM GMT. Late applications will not be considered.
