FirstRand International Postgraduate Scholarships for South African Citizens
Issued by FirstRand International Postgraduate Scholarships · via fundsforNGOs — grants & funding calls
- Published
- 13 Nov 2026
- Closes
- 25 Feb 2027
- Reference
- firstrand-international-postgraduate-scholarships-for-south-african-citizens
- Location
- South Africa
- Sector
- Education & Training
At a glance
FirstRand International Postgraduate Scholarships in South Africa has published a funding call in education & training: “FirstRand International Postgraduate Scholarships for South African Citizens”. Submissions close on 25 February 2027, 104 days from today. Quote reference firstrand-international-postgraduate-scholarships-for-south-african-citizens in any correspondence with the buyer. There are 129 open education & training notices in South Africa on FreeTender. Bids are submitted to the buyer through fundsforNGOs — grants & funding calls, not through FreeTender.
Details
The FirstRand International Postgraduate Scholarships offer twelve opportunities for South African citizens to pursue international postgraduate studies. These scholarships are provided by FirstRand and its partners, supporting various fields of study at prestigious international institutions. Applications open on 16 October 2026 and close on 25 February 2027. The FirstRand International Postgraduate Scholarships aim to support academically talented South African students in pursuing postgraduate studies abroad. The scholarships cover various disciplines and are designed to develop leaders who will contribute significantly to South Africa upon their return. The scholarships cover tuition and other study-related expenses for international postgraduate courses. Specific scholarships include: Scholarships support postgraduate studies in: These scholarships provide a significant opportunity for South African students to gain global exposure and expertise in their fields, contributing to South Africa’s development upon their return. What is the application deadline? The application deadline is 25 February 2027. Who can apply for these scholarships? South African citizens who have not studied overseas for degree purposes are eligible. What fields of study are supported? Fields include African Studies, Public Policy, Sustainability, Water and Sustainability, Business Analytics, and more. What is required after completing the studies? Successful candidates must return to South Africa for at least five years. How are applications evaluated? Applications are reviewed by evaluators from FirstRand, FNB, RMB, and previous scholarship winners, with interviews for shortlisted candidates. Eligible candidates should review the official guidelines and ensure their applications are complete and submitted by the deadline. For more information, visit the FirstRand scholarship page or contact Pearl Mphuthi at firstrandpgscholarship@firstrand.co.za. For more information, visit FirstRand.
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