UCT Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship for PhD Students: Scholarship for African Students

The University of Cape Town Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship is awarded to exceptional PhD students across all faculties. It provides a full bursary plus a living stipend for up to 3 years. Priority is given to South African students and students from elsewhere in Africa.

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Quick Facts — UCT Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship for PhD Students

Host CountrySouth Africa
Application DeadlineSeptember 30, 2026

Who Is Eligible for UCT Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship for PhD Students?

This scholarship is open to students from: Algeria, Angola, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cabo Verde, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Congo (Brazzaville), Congo (DRC), Cote d'Ivoire, Djibouti, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Libya, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mauritius, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Africa, South Sudan, Sudan, Tanzania, Togo, Tunisia, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe.

How to Apply for UCT Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship for PhD Students

  1. Review the eligibility requirements above to confirm you qualify.
  2. Prepare your documents including academic transcripts, recommendation letters, and personal statement.
  3. Submit your application before September 30, 2026 via the official website.
  4. Track your application status on Scholar Africa.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for UCT Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship for PhD Students?

UCT Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship for PhD Students is open to students from Algeria, Angola, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cabo Verde, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Congo (Brazzaville), Congo (DRC), Cote d'Ivoire, Djibouti, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Libya, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mauritius, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Africa, South Sudan, Sudan, Tanzania, Togo, Tunisia, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe studying at the eligible level.

What does UCT Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship for PhD Students cover?

This scholarship scholarship covers tuition and may include additional benefits such as living expenses and travel costs.

When is the deadline for UCT Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship for PhD Students?

The application deadline is September 30, 2026. Apply early as some components may take time to prepare.

How do I apply for UCT Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship for PhD Students from Africa?

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