The new PhD and Masters intake will commence their studies in Stellenbosch from 10 February 2025.
The AGCAE is currently accepting applications for its full-time, funded doctoral and master’s research programs. Applications will be considered for the following two scholarship opportunities:
- AGCAE Doctoral Scholarships: Full-time doctoral scholarships valued at R250,000 per year for three years.
- AGCAE Masters Scholarships: Full-time masters scholarships valued at R150 000 per year for two years.
Eligibility criteria Candidates must meet the following eligibility criteria to be considered for a scholarship:
- A candidate must meet the minimum criteria for admission to a PhD program at Stellenbosch University. This requires a master’s degree in a relevant discipline.
- A candidate must meet the minimum criteria for admission to a master’s program at Stellenbosch University. This requires an honors degree in a relevant discipline.
- The scholarships are open to South African citizens and African foreign nationals. Preference will be given to previously disadvantaged South African and African foreign national citizens.
- Candidates must have achieved a minimum mark of o 70% aggregate in their master’s programs to be eligible for the AGCAE Doctoral Scholarships. o 70% aggregate in their honors programs to be eligible for the AGCAE Master’s Scholarships.
- Only applications in one of the AGCAE’s research themes will be considered.
- Only Candidates who would have applied for the relevant PhD and masters program will be shortlisted
How to Apply
- Apply for the relevant PhD (http://www.sun.ac.za/english/faculty/economy/spl/degreeprogrammes/phd-programme) or master’s (http://www.sun.ac.za/english/pgstudies/Pages/EMS/Public-Development-Management.aspx) program in the Faculty of Economic & Management Sciences (EMS)’ School of Public Leadership (SPL) via the Stellenbosch University Central Applicant portal link: https://student.sun.ac.za/signup/. Applications to the University Admissions needs to be completed and sent by the 30th of September 2024. 2.
- Ensure that you meet the eligibility criteria before you submit an application.
- Download and complete the relevant AGCAE Application Form for PhD applications or for Master’s applications:
Deadline: 30 September 2024
Click HERE to Apply
