The FirstRand Oxford African Studies Scholarship extends its partnership with the Oxford School of Global and Area Studies for an additional four years. This collaboration offers exceptional South African students the opportunity to pursue an MSc in African Studies at the esteemed University of Oxford. This scholarship represents a commitment to fostering academic excellence and empowering individuals to study at a leading global institution.
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.
The FirstRand Oxford African Studies Scholarship is a prestigious initiative that aims to support exceptional postgraduate students from Africa. It is funded by the FirstRand Foundation, in partnership with the University of Oxford. The scholarship program seeks to offer outstanding African scholars the opportunity to pursue their studies at the University of Oxford, one of the world’s leading academic institutions.
This scholarship covers a range of disciplines within the field of African Studies, including but not limited to humanities, social sciences, and development studies. It provides financial support for tuition fees, living expenses, travel, and other associated costs throughout the duration of the recipient’s graduate studies at Oxford University.
The scholarship program is highly competitive and targets individuals with a proven track record of academic excellence, leadership potential, and a commitment to contributing to the development and betterment of Africa. Successful candidates are expected to be ambassadors for their home countries and contribute positively to the African continent upon completion of their studies.
This initiative reflects FirstRand’s commitment to fostering educational opportunities and nurturing future leaders from Africa. By providing scholars with access to world-class education at Oxford University, the scholarship program aims to empower talented individuals to make significant contributions to Africa’s advancement and sustainable development across various fields.
The Oxford School of Global and Area Studies is esteemed for its commitment to fostering a deeper understanding of global issues, fostering academic excellence, and producing graduates equipped with a nuanced perspective on international relations, cultures, and global dynamics.
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.
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.
Benefits
- 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.
Requirements For The FirstRand Oxford African Studies Scholarship
Applications can be submitted online only.
FirstRand will conduct the interviewing and selection process, which will run concurrently with the FirstRand international postgraduate scholarship program. Candidates will be assessed based on academic excellence, leadership ability, community involvement, and their potential to be a destiny changer. Candidates have to apply and be accepted for an MSc in African Studies at the University of Oxford.
Application Deadline: 20 February 2025.
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