Scholarship
TWAS-NRF Doctoral Fellowship
This fellowship is designed for young scientists from developing countries to pursue PhD research in the natural sciences at research institutions in South Africa. It promotes international scientific cooperation and capacity building.
About this scholarship
TWAS-NRF Doctoral Fellowship is offered by The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS) and National Research Foundation (NRF) at phd level. The award is valued at Full funding for living costs and research, provided as full ride support. Funding is renewable, so it can continue across more than one year of study subject to the provider's conditions.
What the funding covers
This scholarship is classified as full ride funding. Applicants selected receive Full funding for living costs and research. Selection is merit-based, so academic and personal achievement carry the most weight.
Who can apply
The award is open to candidates applying at phd level. Eligible study areas include Natural Sciences. Nationality requirements apply: Developing countries.
Eligibility
Applicants must be citizens of a developing country, hold a Master's degree in a natural science field, and be accepted at a South African host institution.
How to apply
Applications close on 2026-09-30. Requirements are set by the provider and can change between intakes, so verify each item on the official page before submitting.
Eligible study levels
phd
Fields of study
Natural Sciences
Nationality requirements
Developing countries
Funding basis
Merit-based
Some scholarship details still require source confirmation. Confirm the study destination and applicant eligibility with the provider before applying.
Key details
- Provider
- The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS) and National Research Foundation (NRF)
- Award
- Full funding for living costs and research
- Funding type
- full ride
- Selection basis
- Merit-based
- Study levels
- phd
- Fields of study
- Natural Sciences
- Nationality
- Developing countries
- Deadline
- Closed · 2026-09-30
- Renewable
- Yes
Confirm current eligibility, deadlines, and application instructions with the provider before applying.
Reference sourceSource last checked: 2026-08-29