Stellenbosch University African Doctoral Academy Scholarship Programme 2025.

The African Doctoral Academy (ADA) at Stellenbosch University is privileged to offer a limited number of candidates, at the start of their doctoral careers, the opportunity to attend research, publishing, scientific communication and career-related training courses at theADA Hybrid Summer School that takes place from 22 January – 7 February 2025.

Benefits

Successful applicants will be able to enrol for a course, which will be fully funded, during the Summer School. Applicants may select a first and second choice of course. The value of the award will depend on the course selected by the candidate, as well as other related costs such as travel, accommodation for in-person courses. For online courses, only the course fee will be covered (this excludes data, internet, etc.).

Requirements

Eligible candidates should:

Be in the early phases of their PhD (first 18 months), can be from any discipline
Be accepted and enrolled at their home institution by 22 January 2025 and,
Have been enrolled for no more than 18 months by 22 January 2025.

Application Documents

Curriculum Vitae
A formal proof of registration at your home institution, clearly indicating your registration date for your doctoral degree
A written approval/referee report by your supervisor
- On your university letterhead and containing your supervisor’s signature (of the current (home) supervisor) or head of department to endorse the applicant’s application. This will indicate the home supervisor’s/head of department’s approval for the applicant to participate in the ADA’s Doctoral School and provide legitimacy of applicant’s intention.
- Additional credit will be awarded during the evaluation process if your supervisor motivates your application and suitability for the programme, in addition to endorsing your application.