France - South Africa Scholarship for Master's and PhD studies in France

Why it fits you

Who can apply

Three different things not to mix up: the country where you study, your nationality and the country where you live when you apply.

Country of study

France

Accepted nationalities

South Africa, Lesotho and Malawi

Target level

Master’s and Doctorate

Fields of study

All fields

Other conditions

• Selection is based on academic excellence, the quality and coherence of the study project, the clarity of motivations, and proficiency in foreign languages.RequiredOrganisation’s wording: All criteria are taken into account in the selection process. These include the candidate’s academic excellence, the quality and coherence of the study project, the clarity of motivations, and proficiency in foreign languages.
• Priority is given to applications in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields, including related humanities and social sciences disciplines.PreferredOrganisation’s wording: At least 60% of scholarships are allocated to priority fields, including STEM disciplines and related humanities fields. The remaining scholarships are awarded to other fields of study.
• A valid passport is required for travel to France and it is essential to have your passport by May.RequiredOrganisation’s wording: Keep in mind that a valid passport is required for travel to France and it is essential to have your passport by May in order to timeously complete various administrative procedures.

The real funding

What the opportunity pays, what is left for you to pay and the money to plan before leaving.

Paid

Plane ticket and insurance

At your expense

Tuition

What is left for you to pay

• Tuition fees are not covered by the scholarship.

Application steps

In the order set by the programme. Open a step to see the details.

1. 1
   Step 1: Provide proof of contact with the French higher education institutions you are interested in.

   With whom

   Applicant

2. 2
   Step 2: Submit proof of current enrolment at your university and your most recent academic transcripts.

   With whom

   Applicant

   Documents to provide

   • Proof of enrolment
   • Academic transcripts

3. 3
   Step 3: Attend an interview with the selection panel.

   With whom

   Shortlisted applicant

4. 4
   Step 4: Create an account on the Etudes en France platform.

   With whom

   Awarded student

   Official link

   Open the official page (opens in a new tab)

Where to apply

Prepare your departure

• Country guide: France