Scholarship Description

Applications are invited for David and Elaine Potter Fellowships for Postgraduates in South Africa. Applications are open for South African applicants in order to complete master’s and doctorate studies to contribute to civil society at the University of Cape Town.

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Scholarship Benefits

The opportunity will cover the R140, 000 value of the doctoral course and R95, 000 (1st year) and R100, 000 (second year) of masters studies.

Scholarship Eligibility

  • Eligible Countries: Only South African applicants are eligible.
  • Acceptable Course or Subjects: Participants can pursue their Master’s and Doctoral studies at the University of Cape Town.
  • Admissible Criteria: Applicants who are excited by the prospect of helping to lead South Africa into an ever more successful future are invited to apply for this program.
  • A candidate must be intended to contribute to civil society in South Africa, by leveraging their educational advantage in any discipline.

Others

Participants are suggested to take part in a masters or doctoral degree program at the university and then complete the application form for the fellowship and send it through email to [email protected].

Supporting Documents: Attach a short covering letter providing an overview of the information prepared for consideration, full curriculum vitae, certified copies of all transcripts, an email an HD digital photograph of head and shoulders, letters of reference from two academics who have taught and or supervised the participant. Also attached, a proof ·will be accepted by the relevant academic department at UCT for the 2020 academic year; an essay of no more than 2500 words on their intended role in civil society.

Admission Requirements: Candidates with a final Honors degree mark of 65% and above are eligible to apply.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • When is the deadline of David and Elaine Potter Fellowships for Postgraduates at University of Cape Town in South Africa, 2020?

    The deadline of David and Elaine Potter Fellowships for Postgraduates at University of Cape Town in South Africa, 2020 is 30 September 2019.

  • For which degree is David and Elaine Potter Fellowships for Postgraduates at University of Cape Town in South Africa, 2020 offered for?

    David and Elaine Potter Fellowships for Postgraduates at University of Cape Town in South Africa, 2020 is offered to Masters , PhD , Postgraduate degree.

  • For which field is David and Elaine Potter Fellowships for Postgraduates at University of Cape Town in South Africa, 2020 offered for?

    David and Elaine Potter Fellowships for Postgraduates at University of Cape Town in South Africa, 2020 is offered for Subject Offered by University

  • Who can apply for David and Elaine Potter Fellowships for Postgraduates at University of Cape Town in South Africa, 2020?

    David and Elaine Potter Fellowships for Postgraduates at University of Cape Town in South Africa, 2020 is open for: South African

  • Who is offering David and Elaine Potter Fellowships for Postgraduates at University of Cape Town in South Africa, 2020?

    The David and Elaine Potter Fellowships for Postgraduates at University of Cape Town in South Africa, 2020 is offered by: David And Elaine Potter Foundation

  • What is the funding covered in David and Elaine Potter Fellowships for Postgraduates at University of Cape Town in South Africa, 2020?

    The David and Elaine Potter Fellowships for Postgraduates at University of Cape Town in South Africa, 2020 covers Fully Funded Scholarships

  • Where can David and Elaine Potter Fellowships for Postgraduates at University of Cape Town in South Africa, 2020 be taken at?

    The David and Elaine Potter Fellowships for Postgraduates at University of Cape Town in South Africa, 2020 can be taken at: South Africa