FirstRand International Postgraduate Scholarships 2025

Description

The FirstRand International Postgraduate Scholarships for 2025 provide a unique opportunity for South African students aiming to further their education at international universities. FirstRand Limited, a leading South African financial services provider, has announced six scholarship awards that encompass a range of fields and institutions. These include the FirstRand Laurie Dippenaar Scholarship open to students in any postgraduate study field at any international university, emphasizing the value of leadership and community involvement as part of its eligibility criteria. The FirstRand Empowerment Foundation Scholarship specifically targets previously disadvantaged students with the same flexibility regarding study fields and institutions. For students targeting specific courses at the prestigious University of Oxford, three scholarship options are available: the FirstRand Oxford African Studies Scholarship for a MSc in African Studies, the Blavatnik School of Government for a Master of Public Policy, and the Smith School of Enterprise and the Environment for MSc in Sustainability, Enterprise and the Environment. For those interested in water and sustainability studies, the FirstRand IHE Delft Water Education scholarship offers a chance to pursue a MSc in Water and Sustainable Development at IHE Delft in the Netherlands. The scholarships not only cover significant financial support expected to reach up to R2 million for PhD studies but also facilitate a rich academic experience through full funding for one year of study and accommodation at institutions like Wadham College. The selection process includes evaluations by experienced judges who may call the top candidates for interviews, culminating in final selections announced before the end of May 2025. Characteristics such as academic excellence, leadership potential, and community contributions play an important role in choosing the recipients, alongside the requirement that all candidates must return to South Africa post-studies for a minimum of five years. Interested candidates should apply by 20 February 2025 and ensure all documents, including references and acceptance letters, are submitted in compliance with the scholarship guidelines to avoid disqualification.