University of Pretoria 2021-2022 Engineering PhD Scholarship for International Students

The University of Pretoria invites International (not RSA) applications from graduates to apply for PhD (doctoral in engineering) or PhD (applied science) fellowships at the University. The fellowships are in the Department of Mechanical and Aeronautical Engineering.

• Table of Content
• About University of Pretoria
• Engineering PhD Scholarship
• Aim and Benefits of Engineering PhD Scholarship
• Requirements for Engineering PhD Scholarship Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About University of Pretoria

The University of Pretoria (UP) was established in 1908 with just four professors and 32 students, in a little house called Kya Rosa. Today, it is one of the largest research universities in South Africa. UP has transformed into a dynamic university community of staff and students who come from a range of diverse backgrounds and cultures showcasing South African and global societies. The University was born from a vision to create a space for quality education and for new ideas to flourish. Over the course of its existence, and through different phases of political power and social change, UP ... continue reading

Engineering PhD Scholarship

Aim and Benefits of Engineering PhD Scholarship

• Doctoral fellowships are awarded annually (depending on good progress) for a three year period
• The total monetary value of the fellowships is sufficient to include for tuition fees, accommodation, travel, and living costs (which are much cheaper than most other countries in the world).

Requirements for Engineering PhD Scholarship Qualification

Ideal candidate should be:

1. Highly motivated and creative
2. Good communication skills
3. Expertise in experimental heat transfer
4. Preferably have a Masters in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering

Application Deadline

How to Apply

The application process consists of two steps. The first step is to forward a short cover letter, CV/resume and full academic record to the Head of the Department, at:

Prof JP Meyer
Head: Department of Mechanical and Aeronautical Engineering
University of Pretoria
Department of Mechanical and Aeronautical Engineering
Pretoria, 0002 South Africa
Email: [email protected]

If selected, then the second step follows, which is an online interview, research proposal (with reference letters) that
needs to be submitted.

For more details, visit University of Pretoria website.