Kader Asmal Fellowship 2024 for Postgraduate Study in Ireland

Qualified candidates are welcome to apply for the Kader Asmal Fellowship 2024 for Postgraduate Study in Ireland, a fully funded scholarship opportunity designed for South African students. This fellowship allows recipients to pursue Master’s level studies at Ireland’s prestigious Higher Education Institutions known for their global reputation in academics.

The primary objective of the Fellowship program is to provide support to individuals who may not have had the chance to pursue a Master’s level education in Ireland otherwise. This program specifically targets early career professionals from South Africa who demonstrate leadership potential. It also aims to promote leadership related to the Sustainable Development Goals, as well as enhance women’s leadership capacity and participation in STEM fields.

Fellowship Summary:

Fellowship Sponsor(s): Kader Asmal Fellowship

Fellowship Location: Ireland

Program Type: Postgraduate Fellowship

Fellowship Duration: 10 to 16 months

Number of Slots: Several

Basic Qualification: Bachelor’s degree

Nationality: South Africans

Eligibility for the Kader Asmal Fellowship 2024 for Postgraduate Study in Ireland:

Applicants must be e a resident national of South Africa.
Applicants must have a minimum of two years’ substantial work experience that is directly relevant to their proposed programme(s) of study.
Applicants must hold a bachelor’s level academic qualification from an accredited and government-recognised higher education institution, with a minimum grade point average of 3.0 (4.0 scale) – i.e. a first-class honour, or second-class honour, Grade 1 (a second-class honour Grade 2 may be accepted if the applicant has substantial directly relevant work experience). It must have been awarded in 2012 or later (i.e. within the last 12 years).
Applicants must not already hold a qualification at the master’s level or higher. Not currently undertaking a programme at master’s level or higher, or be due to start a programme at master’s level or higher in the academic year 2023/24.
Applicants must be applying to commence a new programme at the master’s level in Ireland no sooner than August 2024.
Applicants must be able to demonstrate the following: leadership abilities and aspirations; a commitment to the achievement of the SDGs within your own country; and a commitment to contribute to building positive relationships with Ireland.
Applicants must have identified and selected three programmes relevant to their academic and professional background from the Directory of Eligible Programmes.
Applicants must have a clear understanding of the academic and English language proficiencies required for all programmes chosen.
Applicants must not have applied to the Ireland Fellows Programme on more than one previous occasion.
Applicants must be in a position to take up the Fellowship in the academic year 2024/2025.

Benefits of the Kader Asmal Fellowship 2024 for Postgraduate Study in Ireland:

Course fees
Monthly allowance
Accommodation
Cost of flights
Insurance and other incidental expenses

Method of Application for the Kader Asmal Fellowship 2024 for Postgraduate Study in Ireland:

Prospective applicants for the Kader Asmal Fellowship must submit an online application before the designated deadline. It is essential for applicants to furnish all the required information, as incomplete applications will not be considered.

Application Deadline: Ongoing.

For more information about this opportunity, Visit the Official Website.

Kader Asmal Fellowship 2024 for Postgraduate Study in Ireland