The Canon Collins Trust has been providing scholarships since 1981 to students from southern African countries. The Trust has supported over 4,000 scholars from 14 countries, offering undergraduate and postgraduate scholarships for study in South Africa, the UK, Ireland, and Malawi. Their aim is to empower individuals through education and support students in various fields of study.
The University of the Witwatersrand, commonly known as WITS, is a public research university located in Johannesburg, South Africa. It is internationally recognized for its excellent research, commitment to social justice in Africa, and high academic standards.
The Institute of Economic Justice (IEJ) is an organization focused on promoting equitable economic development that results in socio-economic rights for all. They work towards economic justice in Southern Africa.
Canon Collins WITS Economic Justice Scholarship Program:
Canon Collins Trust, in partnership with the University of the Witwatersrand (WITS) and the Institute of Economic Justice (IEJ), is offering scholarships for the 2022 academic year to students who are committed to social justice in Southern Africa. The scholarship covers studies towards a Masters of Commerce in Applied Development Economics qualification at the University of the Witwatersrand. The scholarship is funded by the Sol Plaatje Educational Project (SPEP) and aims to support students who require a postgraduate qualification to work towards economic justice and promote equitable economic development.
Coverage and Benefits:
The scholarship will provide cover to the value of R60,000 per year, for the entire duration of the qualification. Scholarship recipients will also have the opportunity to participate in organized events and a paid internship at the Institute of Economic Justice. Final awarding of the scholarship is dependent on acceptance to WITS for the Masters of Commerce in Applied Development Economics course and satisfying the criteria for the WITS Postgraduate Merit Award.
Selection Process:
Applicants will be notified of the outcome of their application in October via email. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview between October and November . Final successful applicants will be informed in December .
Eligibility Requirements:
To be eligible for the Canon Collins WITS Economic Justice Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- National of South Africa, Namibia, or Zimbabwe
- Reside in South Africa, Namibia, or Zimbabwe
- Intend to study full-time towards a Masters of Commerce in Applied Development Economics
- Intend to study at the University of the Witwatersrand
- Completed an Honours level qualification with a minimum overall average of 75%, or in the final year of Honours study in
- Committed to using qualifications and skills to further social justice and promote equitable economic development
- Willing and able to participate in a 6-month paid internship at the Institute of Economic Justice after completing studies
How to Apply:
Applications must be submitted online through the Canon Collins Scholarship for Economic Justice Application form. Applicants should download and read the Canon Collins Scholarship for Economic Justice Guidelines before applying. Required supporting documents, such as identification documents, degree certificates, academic transcripts, and reference letters, must be included with the application.
Closing Date:
The closing date for applications is 9 August at 16:00 (15:00 BST). It is important to submit the application before this deadline.
Contact Information:
For any queries regarding the scholarship program, applicants can contact Canon Collins Trust through the provided telephone number, email address, or contact page on their website.
