Skye Foundation Postgraduate Scholarship

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   Note that this is a nomination-only scheme - you cannot apply directly to the Skye Foundation, and unsolicited applications will not be acknowledged

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   Establish a record of exceptional academic merit and a clear plan for a higher degree or research under leaders in your field

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   Seek nomination from the dean of your faculty, supported by academic leaders in your discipline

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   Once nominated, your faculty submits your application to the Skye Foundation by the published annual deadline

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   For Cambridge awards, separately apply for and secure admission to the University of Cambridge before the relevant Cambridge course funding deadline

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   If selected for a study-abroad award, sign the undertaking to return to South Africa and commit to providing biannual progress reports

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   Verify current dates and details on the official site (skyefoundation.co.za) each cycle, noting the site is served over HTTP

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I apply directly to the Skye Foundation?

No. The Skye Foundation Postgraduate Scholarship is a nomination-only scheme. You cannot apply directly, and unsolicited applications will not be acknowledged. You must be nominated by the dean of your faculty and supported by academic leaders in your discipline.

Who is eligible for a Skye Foundation scholarship?

You must be a South African citizen, normally under the age of 30, with outstanding academic achievement, intending to read for a higher degree or pursue research under leaders in your field. Selection is based on exceptional merit.

Where can I study with a Skye Foundation scholarship?

Funding is tenable at South African universities with strong research records or, at the trustees' discretion, at recognised institutions anywhere in the world. Jointly-funded routes include the Skye Cambridge Scholarship (with the Cambridge Trust) and the Skye Foundation Oxford Clarendon Scholarship. For Cambridge awards you must secure Cambridge admission before the relevant course funding deadline.

When is the deadline?

The scheme runs on an annual cycle and the Cambridge Judge Business School lists a 31 January deadline. Candidates must be nominated by their faculty dean and apply to Skye by the published deadline, while Cambridge applicants must also meet the relevant Cambridge course funding deadline. Always verify current dates on the official site each cycle.