Konrad Adenauer Foundation SAIIA 2024 Scholarships for South Africans

The Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung internship, in partnership with SAIIA, offers a unique opportunity for candidates to pursue a Master’s degree in International Relations, Development Studies, Political Science, Economics, Law, Journalism, or related fields at selected South African universities. The program provides a full bursary for tuition fees, a monthly stipend for living costs, and practical experience working at SAIIA’s Johannesburg or Cape Town offices. Successful applicants will receive mentorship, develop research and writing skills, and gain valuable experience that can lead to high-profile positions in both public and private sectors.

• Table of Content
• About The South African Institute of International Affairs (SAIIA)
• Konrad Adenauer Foundation SAIIA Scholarships
• Aim and Benefits of Konrad Adenauer Foundation SAIIA Scholarships
• Konrad Adenauer Foundation SAIIA Scholarships Courses
• Requirements for Konrad Adenauer Foundation SAIIA Scholarships Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About The South African Institute of International Affairs (SAIIA)

The South African Institute of International Affairs (SAIIA) is an independent public policy think tank advancing a well-governed, peaceful, economically sustainable and globally engaged Africa. Our work spans foreign policy, governance, the environment, economic policy and social development, linking local experiences with global debates. Our African-generated knowledge provides local and regional decision-makers with independent, evidence-based options for Africa’s future development. We provide an open platform for the public to engage with these issues, and facilitate discussio... continue reading

Konrad Adenauer Foundation SAIIA Scholarships

Aim and Benefits of Konrad Adenauer Foundation SAIIA Scholarships

Applicants will benefit the following:

• Full bursary for tuition fees.
• Monthly stipend to cover living costs and accommodation.
• Opportunity to enroll in a Master’s degree program in International Relations, Development Studies, Political Science, Economics, Law, Journalism, or related fields.
• Gain practical experience by working at SAIIA alongside academic studies.
• Mentorship and support in honing methodological, research, and writing skills.
• Opportunities to co-author articles in SAIIA publications.
• Development of presentation and organizational skills.
• Potential to progress to high-profile positions in public and private sectors.

Konrad Adenauer Foundation SAIIA Scholarships Courses

• Development Studies
• Economics
• International Relations
• Journalism
• Law
• Political Science

Requirements for Konrad Adenauer Foundation SAIIA Scholarships Qualification

Applicants must meet the following eligibility criteria:

• Applicants must be under the age of 30.
• Candidates must meet the entry requirements for a Master’s degree at the University of Cape Town, Stellenbosch University, or the University of the Western Cape.
• Applicants may apply to either the Johannesburg or Cape Town internship programs, but not both.
• Prospective scholars should carefully review SAIIA’s research offerings to align with their chosen university and internship office.
• Students who have already completed the first year of their Master’s program are not eligible.
• Applications must be submitted by 21 September 2024.
• Candidates should note any uncertainties regarding their university application status in their cover letter.

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Application Deadline

How to Apply

For more details, visit SAIIA website.