Organisation : FirstRand
Scholarship Name : FirstRand Oxford African Studies Scholarship 2024
Applicable For : MSc in African Studies at the Oxford School of Global and Area Studies at the University of Oxford
Applicable State/UT : South Africa
Last Date : 7th March 2024
Website : https://bursaries.firstrand.co.za/
What is FirstRand Oxford African Studies Scholarship?
FirstRand Oxford African Studies Scholarship for an MSc in African Studies at the Oxford School of Global and Area Studies at the University of Oxford. FirstRand has entered into a partnership, for another four years, with the Oxford School of Global and Area Studies to allow an outstanding South African student to study for an MSc in African Studies at one of the world’s foremost universities, the University of Oxford. Applications will open on Friday 15 December 2023 and close on Thursday 7 March 2024.
Related / Similar Scholarship : Firstrand Laurie Dippenaar Scholarship 2024
Eligibility of FirstRand Oxford African Studies Scholarship
Nationality:
** Open to South African citizens only.
Academic Background:
** Applicants must have secured admission to the MSc in African Studies program at the University of Oxford’s School of Global and Area Studies. This involves meeting the program’s specific entry requirements, which can be found on the University’s website.
Qualities and Characteristics:
** Academic excellence: Demonstrated through strong academic transcripts and potential for success at the postgraduate level.
** Leadership ability: Possessing strong leadership qualities and the potential to become a positive influence and leader in their community.
** Community involvement: Showing active involvement and commitment to contributing to the betterment of their community.
** Potential to be a “destiny changer”: Displaying the potential to make a significant positive impact on South Africa upon returning from their studies.
How To Apply For FirstRand Oxford African Studies Scholarship?
1. For more information and to apply for the MSc in African Studies visit below link. Candidates may email admissions@area.ox.ac.uk or african.studies@africa.ox.ac.uk with any additional questions.
Apply Here : https://www.ox.ac.uk/admissions/graduate/courses/msc-african-studies
2. The scholarship will provide full funding for one student a year to study for an MSc at the School of Global and Area Studies at the University of Oxford. The successful candidate will be housed at Wadham College.
3. FirstRand will conduct the interviewing and selection process, which will run concurrently with the FirstRand international postgraduate scholarship programme. Candidates will be assessed based on academic excellence, leadership ability, community involvement and their potential to be a destiny changer.
4. Candidates have to apply and be accepted for an MSc in African Studies at the University of Oxford. Applications can be submitted online only.
5. FirstRand and the Oxford School of Global and Area Studies are looking for the best applicants who will truly benefit from the opportunity and contribute to South Africa on their return.
What is the Last Date of FirstRand Oxford African Studies Scholarship?
Last Date of FirstRand Oxford African Studies Scholarship is 7th March 2024.