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2027 KAS-SAIIA SCHOLARSHIPS

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Application Deadline: 1 September, 2026

LOCATION: South Africa

The Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS) is a German political foundation named after the first chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany. KAS operates worldwide to promote democracy through dialogue, political education, and training. Prospective students must submit their applications by 1 September 2026.

ELIGIBILITY:

Prospective scholars are advised to study SAIIA’s research offerings in its Cape Town and Johannesburg offices very carefully to assist in their final choice of university. The Cape Town office houses SAIIA’s futures and climate change programmes, while its Johannesburg office houses its economic resilience and African diplomacy and governance programmes. Should the status of their application at the relevant university remain unclear at the time of the deadline for this internship, candidates should still proceed with their application, noting this in their cover letter.

Applicants must meet the entry requirements for a master’s degree at the relevant university and should not be older than 30 years. The internship runs from 1 February to 30 November each year.

The programme is output-focused and the KAS-SAIIA scholars, who are assigned to mentors, generally go on to high-profile and high-powered positions in public and private life. The scholars are supported in honing their methodological, research, and writing skills, and are encouraged to:

Co-author articles in SAIIA publications; and

Improve their presentation and organizational skills.

To apply, please complete this application form.

Applications will open on 29 July 2026, and the closing date for applications is 1 September 2026 for both Johannesburg and Cape Town.

KAS also funds an internship programme in conjunction with SAIIA’s Cape Town office. Applicants for the KAS-SAIIA Cape Town-based scholarship must apply for and be admitted into a master’s programme at the Political Science departments of either the University of Cape Town, Stellenbosch University or the University of the Western Cape.

Kindly note that applicants should apply in either Johannesburg or Cape Town. Dual applications will not be considered.

BENEFIT:

Successful candidates receive a full bursary for their tuition fees and a monthly stipend to cover their living costs and accommodation. Students who have already completed the first year of their master’s programme are not eligible for the internship.

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Opportunities, PhD/post doctoral, Scholarships

KOCHI UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY SPECIAL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM FOR DOCTORAL INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS, 2027

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Application Deadline: October 16th, 2026

LOCATION: Japan

The Kochi University of Technology (KUT) extends their application for qualified international doctoral students to apply for the Special Scholarship Program (SSP) on research projects in the field of Engineering. Every year in April and October, the university enrolls selected doctoral students for specific research projects. The students pursue the doctoral course in English (excl. Japanese students) while at the same time assisting their host professor as a research assistant (RA). Through this program, KUT wishes to expand and deepen international ties with academic and educational institutions all over the world.

ELIGIBILITY:

To have permission from the preferred SSP supervisor to apply

To hold a degree from an accredited institution comparable to the master’s degree offered at KUT after 18 years of education, or to be scheduled to acquire such a degree before the KUT enrollment date

To be 35 years old or under at the time of enrollment, in principle

To have an excellent academic record and strong bachelor’s and master’s degrees from reputable universities

To have the intention, adequate knowledge and research skill to study in the research field

To have high English proficiency（a minimum score of TOEFL iBT72 (Writing 17), IELTS 5.5 (Writing 5.5), CET-6 or WSK(PETS-5) . Applicants may not be required to submit English test score if they meet certain conditions.

The applicants are encouraged to send a pre-application request to their preferred supervisors at least 8 weeks prior to the formal application deadline. (Please find the application deadline in item 11 “Admission Sechedule” on this page. Only individuals who have obtained the permission of their preferred supervisors are eligible to formally apply to the SSP program.

BENEFIT:

Exemption from 15,000 yen entrance examination fee, 300,000 yen enrollment fee and 535,800 yen/year tuition fee for three years

To support living expenses, 150,000 yen/month is paid as scholarship for three years

150,000 yen is provided for travel and initial living costs. (given only to international applicants who are living outside Japan, and who have, or have the intention to acquire, “Student” status of Japanese residence at the time of entry into Japan)

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