The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program (MCFSP) at the University of Pretoria (UP) for full-time postgraduate study is open to students who have already completed a bachelor’s degree and are residents or citizens of an African country. This Program targets academically qualified, yet economically disadvantaged, young people in Africa who will go back to contribute to the transformation of their countries. Applicants should not already be in possession of a Masters Degree/ Qualification.
Opportunity Focus
Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences
Food Science and Technology
Agricultural Economics / Business Management
Animal Science
Plant Pathology
Applied Plant and Soil Sciences
Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences
Accounting Sciences
Financial Sciences
Economics
Informatics
Agribusiness Management
Faculty of Engineering – continuing students are eligible to apply
Industrial Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Civil Engineering
Computer Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Electronic Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Mining Engineering
The MasterCard Foundation scholarship is a fully funded scholarship for Africans. It will cover:
Full tuition fees
Accommodation and meals in a UP residence or UP-accredited accommodation
A modest monthly stipend
Textbooks and printed material
Medical aid cover for the duration of the study
VISA costs
Reasonable travel costs (including flight ticket) to and from your home
Leadership development opportunities
Academic advising and counseling support
Required Languages:
English
Eligibility
To qualify for The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program (MCFSP) 2020, candidate must fulfill all of the following requirements below:
Open to young Africans who are interested in studying at postgraduate levels;
You must have been admitted into a degree at UP. You will need your student number to complete the MCFSP application, which must be accompanied by your academic records and other supporting documents
Application Instructions:
Please visit official website link given at the end. However, here are important instructions to avail The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program (MCFSP) 2020:
Step 1
You may apply online:
To use the online Application system, you will need Internet access and an email address that you can access regularly. As soon as you submit your online application, a student number (EMPLID) will be sent to this email address as confirmation of receipt.
Alternatively, you can submit a hard copy of your application form to the following address:
University of Pretoria
Student Service Centre
Hatfield
Pretoria 0028
South Africa
Step 2
The application will be evaluated by members of the relevant faculty and you will be informed of the outcome.
Postgraduate applicants are required to have their certificate verified by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Please visit www.saqa.org.za
Step 3
Download application forms for the MCFSP fro m www.up.ac.za/mcfsp.
Application inquiries can be directed to:
mcfsp[at]up.ac.za
Tel: 012 420 4297
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