Applications are invited from suitably qualified applicants for the Cecil Renaud Overseas Scholarship for postgraduate studies in UK for the 2026/2027 academic session offered to South African students. This scholarship will provide funding for students to undertake their studies in the United Kingdom.
The Overseas Scholarship is granted annually to students for a maximum of two years for postgraduate study (Masters degree (or equivalent) or PhD in the United Kingdom at a university of the student’s choice.
SUMMARY:
- Scholarship Sponsor(s): Cecil Renaud Educational and Charitable Trust
- Scholarship Type: Full Funding
- Host Institution(s): Higher education institutions in UK
- Scholarship Worth: See Scholarship benefits (below)
- Number of Awards: Several
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Nationality: South Africans
Also, Check: Fulbright Visiting Research Scholar Program for South Africans 2026-2027
Cecil Renaud Overseas Scholarship | Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the Cecil Renaud Overseas Scholarship for South Africans 2026, interested applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Applicants must have attained or aim to achieve undergraduate or Honours degree(s) of the highest academic standard, to achieve acceptance to the top universities in the United Kingdom; and additionally, have achieved Dean’s Commendations and certificates of Merit or equivalent.
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The scholarship is open to postgraduate students who have completed or are currently studying towards an Honours degree; or a four year undergraduate degree.
- Applicants who will have a significant impact on their field of study, and the world.
- Applicants must have completed their secondary school and be under the age of 27 at the time of applying for the scholarship.
- Possession of a good track record in extracurricular activities and a drive to succeed and uplift South Africa.
Application Procedures
How-to-Apply: Interested applicants for the 2026 Cecil Renaud Overseas Scholarship are to complete an application form and submit same on or before the application deadline.
Application Deadline: 30th September 2026
