2022 TWAS-NRF Doctoral Fellowship/ Fully Funded

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Are you interested in the 2022 TWAS-NRF Doctoral Fellowship that is currently ongoing? This article will explain the scholarship proper, its eligibility criteria as well as its mode of application.

2022 TWAS- NRF Doctoral Fellowship is open for international students who wish to pursue a Ph.D.as well as a Doctoral research program in NRF, South Africa from 2021 through 2022. The program will grant an average monthly allowance that is intended to be used to cover the expenses of living such as accommodation as well as food and also for health insurance.

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In South Africa, the National Research Foundation (NRF) and the Department of Science and Technology (DST) collaborate together (TWAS) (The World Academy of Sciences for the development of science in developing countries- to promote science in developing nations through TWAS-NRF Doctoral Fellowships. TWAS-NRF Doctoral Fellowships are available at research institutes located in South Africa for a maximum time of 3 years. These fellowships are given to researchers from developing countries (other than South Africa) to enable them to pursue Ph.D. research in the field of natural sciences.

 

The World Academy of Sciences for the development of science in developing countries – works to promote sustainable growth by advancing research, education policies, diplomacy, and policy. TWAS is a worldwide science academy that is based in Trieste, Italy.TWAS was founded in 1983 by an eminent scientific group from developing countries under the leadership of Abdus Salam, the Pakistani scientist, and Nobel laureate. They were of the belief that countries in the developing world, by developing their strength in engineering and science, can develop the skills and knowledge to confront issues like hunger or disease, and poverty. From the beginning, the Academy received the support of Italian scientists and politicians.

Scholarship Summary

• Level of Study: PhD
• Institution(s): National Research Foundation
• Learn inSouth Africa
• Program Time: Three years
• Deadline: July 08, 2022

Courses Offered

• Agricultural Sciences
• Structural, Cell, and Molecular Biology
• Biological Systems and Organisms
• Medical and Health Sciences incl.
• Neurosciences
• Chemical Sciences
• Engineering Sciences
• Astronomy, Space, and Earth Sciences
• Mathematical Sciences
• Physics

Scholarship Coverage

2022 TWAS-NRF Doctoral Fellowship will provide the recipient with the following advantages:

 

• Partial Cost of Study (PCS) The funding can only cover tuition costs (R30 000 per year)
• Costs of accommodation for the maximum amount of R101 196 per year per student.
• NRF will cover the most affordable return economy flight as well as the cost of a study permit or visa for those who are TWAS-NRF doctoral awardees.

 2022 TWAS-NRF Doctoral Fellowship Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the TWAS-NRF Doctoral Fellowships, the applicant must meet the requirements listed in the following sections:

• Required Language: English.
• The countries that are eligible for the program: All world countries (non-EU). 
• cannot be studying, living, employed, or studying in South Africa in 2022;
• applicants who previously worked or pursued an academic degree or conducted a study within South Africa, and have returned to their home country however, they have been in the home country longer than (2) years applicants are ineligible to apply; eligible to apply.
• an MSc degree in the field of natural sciences is an added advantage.
• You must have attained an average of 65 percent in the master’s degree in order to be eligible for funding for doctoral studies;
• You must enroll at the South African public university in 2023 on a permanent basis and can be based in the institution of your choice. South African public research institutions comprising Higher Education Institutions (HEIs), Science Councils, and National Research Facilities;
• Must be at least 32 years old on the 31st of December of that year in which you apply;
• The applicant must provide evidence of the assessment of any foreign qualification (obtained from universities outside South Africa) assessed through SAQA. South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) or evidence of the submission by applicant their qualifications to SAQA for assessment. In the event of not submitting proof, it is a cause for the application to be denied. 
• must comply with the visa as well as immigration regulations of the country where the applicant is from as well as South Africa. The applicant is required to arrange for their own Visa and/or study permit through the study program in South Africa. Both NRF nor TWAS is accountable for helping to arrange visas. However, NRF will pay for the lowest return economy flight as well as the cost of a study permit or visa for doctoral candidates who are NRF-TWAS applicants.
• They must return to their home country upon having completed their studies. Students who do not make it back to their country of origin will be responsible for paying back their NRF in proportion to the amount of support for the studies they’ve received.
•  Science, Engineering, and Technology  programs  are offered to qualified candidates that is because  they are been  supported by the NRF-TWAS Ph.D. funds:
• do not accept other assignments during the time of the fellowship
• You must provide valid proof of your application to study and/or an acceptance letter from the host South African institution, department, or laboratory.
•    The candidate is to contact the appropriate institution to request acceptance and to find an advisor for the doctoral research
• to submit the applicant with an English certification of proficiency in English (if there is one available when you submit your application). If this is not provided, it will be required prior to when any NRF funds can be disbursed to the student. The student must meet the conditions in the English Language Proficiency Academic test IELTS 6.5 (no band lower than 6.0) OR the TOEFL (paper) 575 (TWE 4.5) or TOEFL EBIT (min. 20) and Cambridge at least 58. The information on the IELTS tests can be obtained through the British Council in the applicant’s home country or via: www.ielts.org.  Candidates can consult with the British Council in their home country for help.
• Present a complete research proposal that is acknowledged and approved at the institution of the host. submit a support letter from the supervisor of the host institution in question;
• Make sure you have an academic transcript that is official on the letterhead of the university;
• Be financially responsible for relatives who are in the same household.

How to Apply for TWAS-NRF Doctoral Fellowship

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Follow the instructions for submitting an application to the TWAS-NRF Doctoral Fellowships:

Stage 1:

Application to be accepted at South African Institutions

Candidates must make contact with institutions that are located in South Africa or potential supervisors for a chance to be placed within the training for doctoral students. 

• Candidates must submit formal letters from the host’s South African institution, department, or laboratory as well as motivation from the institution or department that hosts the applicant. This is the responsibility of the candidate to contact the relevant institution to make an application for admission. Additionally, it is the responsibility of the student to locate an academic supervisor;
• The research project has to be approved and registered by the institution hosting it (a letter of backing from the potential supervisor has to be included with the application).
• Universities will establish their own internal cut-off times for applicants and applicants must stick to the dates.

Application to evaluate foreign qualifications offered by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA)

Candidates must have all qualifications from abroad (obtained from universities outside South Africa) assessed at SAQA. South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Evidence that applicants have submitted their qualifications for evaluation by SAQA must be included along with the application, failing which the application is rejected.

Candidates are advised to begin this process as early as possible so that they have time to process it. Details on the process are available through www.saqa.org.za. On the SAQA website, go to Service the section titled Evaluation of Foreign Qualifications – General Information. The applicants must follow all instructions and submit all relevant documents in order to ensure that there are no delays or rejections of applications. The applicants are advised to send all documents required for application in advance to SAQA direct.

Stage 2:

Submitting your application

Applicants must apply for the NRF – TWAS Doctoral Fellowship for 2023 by accessing the link: https://nrfsubmission.nrf.ac.za/ on the NRF Online application system

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After logging in please follow the specific instructions provided in the step-by-step “Application and Funding Guide for 2022 academic year”. The guide is available to view or download the document at the end of this page.

Be sure that you must submit the application following the completion.

The deadline to submit applications is the 08th of July in 2022. However, the universities will determine their own internal cut-off times for applications. Candidates have to adhere to these dates.

Applications will not be accepted beyond the time limit. Therefore, it is suggested to submit your application electronically as soon as you can.

• The call for applications, where you can find information about the program, eligibility requirements as well as the required documents and certificates, as well as an online form for application will be accessible once the call is open. Candidates should take note they are required to submit their applications through the online application portal. NRF and TWAS cannot accept applications made through any other method other than our online application platform.
• Applications that are incomplete will not be considered, nor do applications that don’t satisfy the eligibility requirements.
• Contact the postgraduate or research office with questions regarding institutional processes and deadlines.

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