Published: 07 Jun 2021 1,804 views
JIAS invites applications for its writing semester from 1 February to 31 May 2022. Fellowships are open to people with any expertise – previous Fellows have included academics, novelists, scientists, poets, playwrights, humanities specialists, independent researchers and journalists.
The Johannesburg Institute for Advanced Study (JIAS) is an institute based at the University of Johannesburg, South Africa. Although only launched in May 2015 as the first fully-fledged institute for advanced learning in Gauteng, South Africa’s economic and political heartland, JIAS has grown to be one of the leading institutes of its kind based in the African continent. Its purpose is to promote advanced research in the humanities and natural sciences, beyond the regular teaching and research activities at institutions of higher learning.... continue reading
Application Deadline | 16 Jul 2021 |
Country to study | South Africa |
School to study | Johannesburg Institute for Advanced Study (JIAS) |
Type | Fellowship |
Sponsor | Johannesburg Institute for Advanced Study (JIAS) |
Gender | Men and Women |
JIAS Writing Fellows enjoy a quiet space for work, reflection and academic community building amidst the Melville Koppies of Johannesburg. Each Writing Fellow will receive:
Fellowships are open to any field of expertise. Previous fellows have included academics, novelists, scientists, poets, playwrights, humanities specialists, independent researchers and journalists.
To apply, please submit a two-page proposal, a comprehensive CV, and three letters of reference before 16 July 2021. Please note incomplete applications will not be considered.
For more details, visit JIAS website.