2023 University Of Cape Town African MasterCard Foundation Scholarships in South Africa

The Mastercard Foundation in partnership with the University of Cape Town (UCT), South Africa Invites applications from Africans who are looking to pursue a degree program in UCT.

This scholarship covers the full period of study and are renewable annually subject to satisfactory performance and participation in the activities and opportunities offered by the programme. Successful candidates will be required to commit themselves to returning to their home countries and to invest their gained skills and education in their country’s social and economic growth.

Eligibility: In order to be considered for the MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program at the University of Cape Town, applicants must be:

Academically talented, must value learning and be driven to complete their education.
Economically disadvantaged and facing significant financial barriers to accessing education.
Committed to giving back to their own communities once studies are completed, to return to their home countries and take a leadership role in promoting social and economic improvement.
Citizens and residents of a Sub-Saharan African country.
Wanting to study at undergraduate or postgraduate level (Masters by research and coursework or research Masters, only).

Eligible Countries: Sub-Saharan Africa

Type: Postgraduate

Eligible Field Of Study: Commerce, Engineering and Built Environment, Health Sciences, Humanities, Law or Sciences

Number of Awardees: 60 opportunities

Duration of Scholarship: 1 year

Value of Scholarship: The scholarships will cover for the following:

Reimbursement of costs incurred for visa application processing
An economy class air ticket to Cape Town South Africa for awardees who are i) citizens and/or residents of a Sub-Saharan country other than South Africa or ii) residing in South Africa but outside of Cape Town
Full tuition fees and international student fees
Accommodation in the student housing system at the University of Cape Town
Meals through the student housing system at the University of Cape Town
Medical cover with a recommended medical aid service provider
A living stipend; to be used to cover ad hoc expenses pertaining to your studies
A book allowance to purchase the prescribed textbooks required for your degree programme
Costs related to community activities as prescribed by the MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program at the University of Cape Town
Access to an internship opportunity
An economy class air ticket home upon completion of studies, for awardees who are i) citizens of and/or residents of a Sub-Saharan country other than South Africa or ii) residing in South Africa but outside of Cape Town

Students enrolled on the Program will receive mentoring, leadership development, academic and life skills support. Academic support will include tutoring, language training, writing circles and guidance counselling.

Application Process: To apply for The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program, applicants must first apply to UCT for academic study and placement. Only applicants, who have applied for academic study and placement at UCT, can submit an application for a Mastercard Foundation scholarship.