Key Facts
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- Field of Study
- Study Level
- Academic Year
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2027
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Eligibility Requirements
- Minimum 65% for prior degree
- 30 or younger for Master's, 32 or younger for PhD
- From a designated group (African, Coloured, or Indian)
- South African citizen, with 75%+ prior degree average, household income under R350,000, or living with a disability, for full funding
- Studying Visual Arts at UJ specifically
Documents Needed
- Certified copy of South African ID
- Academic transcript
- Proof of household income, if applying under the income criterion
- Motivation letter
About NRF Scholarship at the University of Johannesburg
This NRF Scholarship at the University of Johannesburg is a highly specific award, funded through the National Research Foundation, for Master's and PhD study in Visual Arts under the SARChI Chair in South African Art and Visual Culture.
Unlike most scholarships on this site, you don't apply through a general online portal - contact the named academic supervisor directly by email to request an application form, since this scholarship is tied to one specific research chair.
Funding Details
The scholarship funds Master's (MA) and PhD study in Visual Arts, with funding levels depending on whether you meet the full-funding or partial-funding criteria.
Where You Can Study
This scholarship is only available at the University of Johannesburg, under the supervision of Prof Brenda Schmahmann.
About National Research Foundation (NRF)
The National Research Foundation (NRF) is South Africa's principal agency for funding, promoting, and supporting research across all fields of science, engineering, and the humanities. Based in Pretoria, the NRF provides…
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- Meiring Naudé Road, Brummeria, Pretoria, 0184
- Phone
- +27 12 481 4000
- info@nrf.ac.za
Fields of Study & Who Can Apply
You need at least 65% for your prior degree, and must be no older than 30 for Master's or 32 for PhD study at the time of applying. Full funding requires South African citizenship plus either a minimum 75% for your previous degree, a household income of R350,000 or less, or living with a disability. Applicants from designated groups (African, Coloured, or Indian) are specifically eligible.
Application Procedure
Apply directly with the provider using the official application link below, before the closing date.
Applications for this cycle have closed. Check the provider's site for the next intake.
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Questions about this application?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which field does this scholarship cover?
Visual Arts specifically, under the SARChI Chair in South African Art and Visual Culture at UJ.
How do I apply?
Contact Prof Brenda Schmahmann directly by email at brendas@uj.ac.za to request an application form - there is no general online portal.
When does this scholarship close?
The deadline normally falls in May each year.
What qualifies me for full funding versus partial funding?
Full funding requires South African citizenship plus a 75%+ prior degree average, a household income of R350,000 or less, or living with a disability.
