RUSSIA: Scholarships for South African Students 2018 – International Scholarships

Who can apply?

South African citizens in good health (medical test will be required for successful applicants);
Have a strong academic record with a minimum 65% average in previous studies;
Be available to study in Russia from September 2018;
Demonstrate interest in Russia and commitment to the development of South Africa;
Applications in all fields of study expect medicine will be considered;
Preference will be given to postgraduate applicants, previously disadvantaged applicants and applicants in the following fields;

Biotechnology
Environment and Climate change
Engineering sciences
Maritime Studies
Natural and physical sciences
Nuclear and renewable energy
Space science and technology
Statistics
Telecommunication

All students must meet the minimum academic requirements for entry into a similar programme at a South African university.
Language of Instruction

MOST programmes are taught through the Russian language medium.

Applicants with no command of Russian are required to take the college preparatory courses for one year before pursuing major studies.

Only after passing the examinations of the college preparatory course can they start their university studies.

Some Russian higher education institutions may conduct programmes in English.

Institutions and Programmes

Applicants are required to do their own research into available programmes, institutions and programme-specific entrance criteria.

Details on available programs can be found on www.russia.study/en

Applicants are also encouraged to apply to their university of choice in Russia.

Studies must be completed within the duration of the scholarship.

Scholarship Conditions

The Russian Government provides the following:

Registration and tuition fees
Accommodation subsidy (shared accommodation only)
Limited monthly stipend (depending on academic performance)
The South African Government provides the following (subject to the availability of funds):

One return economy airfare
Monthly stipend equivalent to R7,000
Once-off settlement allowance equivalent to R2,500
 

Successful scholarship applicants will be required to sign a contract and return to South Africa upon completion of studies.

Only students who are not receiving a salary or funding from an employer during their studies will be eligible to receive a stipend from the Department.

 

How to apply

Complete the DHET application form and email it with all supporting documents to [email protected]  by 28 February 2018.

Applicants must indicate one academic programme and three preferred institutions, based on the list provided at www.russia.study/en

 

Supporting Documents Checklist

UNDERGRADUATE APPLICANT	POSTGRADUATE APPLICANT
DHET application form	DHET application form
Copy of passport or passport application receipt.	Copy of passport or passport application receipt.
National Senior Certificate or equivalent.	Copy of Bachelor’s, Honour’s and Master’s degree certificates (as applicable).
One letter of recommendation from a teacher or employer. Letter must be signed and on a letterhead.	Two letters of recommendation from professors or senior lecturers. Letters must be signed and on a letterhead.
	Copy of academic transcripts from university studies with a minimum of 65% average.
	A maximum 1 page study or research plan.

Note:

Do not submit CVs, ID documents or any other documents not requested. Incomplete applications will not be considered. DEADLINE: 28 February 2018Applications can only be submitted by email on [email protected] and must reach the DHET by the deadline of 28 February 2018.

Use the subject line: Russian Scholarship Application, [Your surname]

Enquiries:  [email protected]

All applications received by the DHET will be acknowledged by email within 2 working days. Please follow up if you do not receive an email acknowledgement.

The DHET is unable to consider any applications that are not received by 28 February 2018 or are incomplete.