The University of Pretoria is accepting applications for the 2023 “Scholarship for Sustainable Energy Development” scheme for international students from developing countries.
The scholarship program is open to encourage students to pursue studies in any field related to sustainable energy development in universities based in developing countries.
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Nice offer for developing county students to study in South Africa.
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( votes)Founded on 4 March 1908, the University of Pretoria is one of Africa‘s top and largest contact universities in South Africa. As a multi-faculty, research-intensive university, UP was established in 1908 with just four professors and 32 students.
Why study at the University of Pretoria (UP)? UP is structured into nine faculties and a business school offers quality education. It conducts research that has a significant impact on society through the pursuit of solutions to the globe’s most pressing problems.
Application Deadline: 7th April 2023, at 5 pm ET.
Brief Description
- University or Organization: University of Pretoria
- Department: NA
- Course Level: Master
- Award: $10,000 per year
- Access Mode: Online
- Number of Awards: 12
- Nationality: International
- The award can be taken in South Africa
Eligibility
- Eligible Countries: Developing countries
- Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded for the master’s degree in the following:
- GIBS Business School
- Faculty of Law
- Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment, and IT
- Faculty of Economic and Management Science
- Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences
- Admissible Criteria: To be eligible for this scholarship, prospective applicants must:
- Full-time master’s students
- From a developing country
- Pursuing studies in any field related to sustainable energy development (renewable energy, advanced electricity technologies, public policy…)
- Pursue full-time studies for at least one full school year (two or three semesters) as of mid to late 2023
- Be a citizen of a developing country on the list of official development aid recipients identified by the Development Assistance Committee of the OECD
- Be committed to contributing to their home country’s development after their studies
- Be an outstanding student: Excellent grades in the top 20% of their class, Committed to zero-carbon energy development, History of community involvement, and Determined to advance their knowledge and understanding
- Undertake master’s-level studies in a field related to sustainable energy development
How to Apply
- How to Apply: To apply for the ESED Scholarship, applicants must submit an online application form by logging in at https://globalelectricity.submit.com/show/1
- Supporting Documents: Beginning an application, ensure they have all of the required documents:
- CV/résumé
- Scan of your passport or birth certificate
- Letter of admission to the master’s program of your choice
- Course outline of the master’s program
- Most recent university transcript
- Two references: Applicants must complete the Academic Reference Form.
- Note: All documents must be in English. If the original language of the document is not English, you must provide both the original document and a certified translation.
- Admission Requirements: Applicants must meet all the entry requirements to study at the University of Pretoria, SA
- Language Requirement: All international applicants whose first language is not English, will have to write and pass the TOEFL or IELTS test.
Benefits
The University of Pretoria will provide up to $10,000 per year for at most two years. There are approximately 12 students selected annually.
