The French Government, through the Embassy of France in South Africa, has opened applications for the 2027 Campus France South Africa Scholarship, offering postgraduate study opportunities in France to eligible students from selected African countries.
Successful applicants can pursue Master’s or PhD programmes at French universities beginning in September 2027.
🎓 What the Scholarship Offers
The scholarship package includes:
Monthly living allowance: approximately €900 for Master’s students and €1,850 for PhD students
One return flight
Social security coverage
Visa fee exemption
Priority access to student accommodation
Tuition-fee exemption at eligible public higher education institutions charging standard national tuition rates for non-European students
🌍 Who Can Apply?
The 2027 scholarship is open to citizens of:
🇿🇦 South Africa
🇱🇸 Lesotho
🇲🇼 Malawi
Applicants must:
1. Plan to begin their studies in France in September 2027.
2. Hold a bachelor’s degree from a recognised tertiary institution or be in their final year.
3. Apply for a programme taught entirely in English or French, depending on their language ability.
4. Be applying for a Master’s or PhD programme.
Applications are open across different fields, although Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) and related humanities and social sciences fields will receive priority.
📝 How to Apply
Interested applicants should:
1. Visit the official Campus France application platform.
2. Complete the scholarship application form.
3. Upload the required academic and supporting documents.
4. Review the application carefully before submitting.
5. Submit the application before the deadline.
📅 Application Deadline
8 October 2026
⚠️ Important Note for Nigerian Applicants
This particular scholarship is not open to Nigerian citizens, as the stated eligibility is limited to South Africa, Lesotho and Malawi.
Nigerian students looking for fully funded postgraduate opportunities in France should explore other French Government, university and international scholarship programmes.
Share this opportunity with someone who may be eligible.
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