The University of Pretoria is offering the prestigious LLM Scholarship for African students interested in pursuing a postgraduate degree in South Africa. This fully funded scholarship covers tuition, accommodation, and official program activities for successful candidates.
Scholarship Overview:
Host Country: South Africa
Study Level: Postgraduate (Masters)
Eligible Countries: All African countries
Reward: Fully Funded Scholarship (worth $15,000) covering tuition, accommodation, and official program activities.
Application Deadline: July 31, 2025
Scholarship Details:
The University of Pretoria LLM Scholarship is an intensive one-year program, where 25-30 exceptional students will spend six months in Pretoria and the other six months at one of 12 partner universities across Africa. Graduates join the HRDA Alumni Association, currently boasting 537 members working across various human rights sectors, including grassroots organizations, the African Union, and the United Nations.
Eligibility Requirements:
To qualify for the University of Pretoria LLM Scholarship, applicants must:
Be an African citizen
Be invited to apply for the Master’s Degree (LLM/MPhil) in Human Rights and Democratisation at the Centre for Human Rights, University of Pretoria
Hold a first degree in Law (LLB or equivalent) or an Honours degree relevant to human rights and democratisation
Demonstrate a commitment to human rights and democratisation in Africa
Show potential for using the qualification in future work, preferably in the applicant’s home country
Ensure diverse geographical and gender representation in the program, with special focus on equitable representation from vulnerable communities, such as persons with disabilities, indigenous people, and LGBTI persons
Scholarship Duration and Coverage:
The scholarship offers full funding for up to 25 African students, covering tuition, accommodation, and program-related activities for one year. Students who do not receive scholarships may still be admitted as self-funding or partial self-funding students, provided they meet the minimum criteria.
Required Documents:
Applicants should prepare the following documents:
Academic records and transcripts
Degree certificates
Copy of passport bio-data page
A recent photograph
For applicants from non-English speaking backgrounds, a TOEFL, IELTS, or SAT1 test certificate is required.
How to Apply:
1. Visit the official website of the University of Pretoria LLM Scholarship.
2. Click on “Click Here to Submit” to start your application.
3. Complete the online application form and submit your application.
4. After submission, shortlisted applicants will be asked to write an essay or submit a video/audio recording within 24 hours.
5. The Admissions Committee will make the final selection and notify applicants by 30th September 2025.
Apply now for this exceptional opportunity to study in South Africa and make an impact on human rights and democratisation across Africa.
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