The Russian Government is offering scholarships for South African students to study at Russian institutions from the academic year 2017\/18.<\/p>\n
Most programmes are instructed in the Russian language and applicants with no command of Russian are required to take the college preparatory courses for one year before pursuing major studies.<\/p>\n
Only after passing the examinations of the college preparatory course can they start their degree studies.<\/p>\n
Degree level<\/u><\/p>\n
The scholarship may be awarded for undergraduate (Bachelors) or postgraduate (Masters or PhD) studies.<\/p>\n
Preference is given to postgraduate applications.<\/p>\n
Who can apply?<\/u><\/p>\n
– South African citizens in good health with a strong academic record.
\n– Available to study in Russia from September 2017
\n– Demonstrated interest in Russia and commitment to the development of South Africa.
\n– Applicants must have a minimum average of 60%<\/p>\n
– All students must meet the minimum academic requirements for entry into a similar programme at a South African university.Fields of study for South African applicants<\/u><\/p>\n
Applications from all qualified candidates in any field will be accepted, but priority will be given to applications for postgraduate studies, previously disadvantaged applicants and applicants in the following fields:<\/p>\n
– Biotechnology
\n– Climate change
\n– Economics and management
\n– Engineering sciences
\n– Maritime studies
\n– Natural and physical sciences
\n– Nuclear and renewable energy<\/p>\n
– Space science and technology<\/p>\n
Applicants are required to do their own research into available programmes, institutions and programme-specific entrance criteria.<\/p>\n
The final decision on admittance to institutions is made by the Russian institution and the Russian Government.<\/p>\n
Scholarships may therefore be awarded to study at institutions outside of an individual\u2019s preference.<\/p>\n