Stellenbosch University GEM Scholarships: Your Pathway to a PhD
Stellenbosch University GEM Scholarships 2024: Your Pathway to a PhD
Introduction to Stellenbosch University
Located in Stellenbosch, South Africa, Stellenbosch University is a prestigious public research institution renowned for its academic excellence and research initiatives. The Graduate School of Economic and Management Sciences (GEM), operational since January 2014, offers a specialized doctoral program that spans across various disciplines within the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences.
About the GEM Scholarship Program
Stellenbosch University’s GEM Scholarship program for 2024 is now open for applications. This opportunity is designed to support PhD students pursuing research in alignment with the Faculty’s Research Themes. The scholarships aim to foster academic growth and contribute to the field of economic and management sciences.
Scholarship Details
The GEM Scholarship for 2024 offers financial support for a three-year doctoral program. The scholarships available are:
- GEM Elite Doctoral Scholarship: R200,000 per year for three years.
- GEM Doctoral Scholarship: R150,000 per year for three years.
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by October 16, 2023. If you do not receive communication by this date, please consider your application unsuccessful. The final awards are subject to fund availability and suitable supervisor appointments.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the GEM Scholarships, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Citizenship: Open to South African citizens or international students (historically disadvantaged South African citizens will be given priority).
- Academic Requirements: Must have completed a master’s degree in a relevant field.
- Commitment: Must pursue a full-time, three-year doctoral program aligned with the Faculty’s Research Themes.
- Start Date: Must be ready to begin studies on January 15, 2024.
- Academic Performance:
- GEM Doctoral Scholarship: Minimum 65% in your master’s program.
- GEM Elite Doctoral Scholarship: Minimum 70% in your master’s program.
How to Apply
- Download the Application: Obtain the Stellenbosch University GEM Scholarship Application 2024 form (.docx).
- Complete and Submit: Fill out the form and email it to GEM@sun.ac.za with the subject line “GEM Scholarship Application.”
Required Documents
Ensure you submit the following authenticated copies with your application:
- Certified copy of your ID document.
- Certified copy of your passport photo page (for international students).
- Certified copies of all diploma/degree certificates and transcripts from previous tertiary studies.
- A one-page motivation letter detailing your suitability for the scholarship (to be included in the application form).
- Proof of English language proficiency (for international students or those who studied in non-English institutions) within the past 24 months.
- A research concept note outlining your intended doctoral research topic (to be included in the application form).
- Three academic references endorsing your doctoral study potential, sent directly to GEM@sun.ac.za by August 15, 2025.
Application Deadline
The deadline for applications is August 15, 2025. Late applications will not be considered. Ensure your application is submitted before the deadline.
Contact Information
For further inquiries, contact:
Graduate School of Economic and Management Sciences
Email: GEM@sun.ac.za
Do not send inquiries after the closing date. For more scholarship opportunities, visit: Bursaries and Scholarships.
Apply now and take the next step towards advancing your academic career at Stellenbosch University!
