TUT Full-Time Study Postgraduate Scholarships 2025
TUT Full-Time Study Postgraduate Scholarships 2025. Are you planning to pursue your postgraduate studies in 2025? The Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) invites applications for its prestigious TUT Full-Time Study Postgraduate Scholarships 2025.
These scholarships are tailored to support outstanding Master’s and Doctoral students from South Africa and abroad who are passionate about contributing to the academic, technological, and socio-economic development of the region.
With the growing emphasis on innovation and advanced education, the TUT postgraduate scholarship programme aims to empower scholars across various disciplines, including Social and Human Sciences, Economic and Management Sciences, Natural and Applied Sciences, as well as Engineering and Technology.
Eligibility Criteria for 2025 TUT Postgraduate Scholarships
Applicants must meet the following criteria to qualify for the TUT 2025 Full-Time Postgraduate Scholarship:
- South African applicants must be full-time students and citizens of South Africa.
- International students are eligible if they have achieved a minimum of 70% in their previous academic qualifications.
- All candidates must have maintained an average of at least 65% in their most recent academic results. In select cases, South African students with a 60%–64% average may still be considered upon recommendation.
- The scholarship does not apply to second Master’s or Doctoral qualifications, or students in their third year of Master’s or fourth year of Doctoral studies.
- Students who previously received first-year funding from TUT are encouraged to explore external scholarships for continued support in the second and third year.
- Students receiving government-funded bursaries (e.g., MRC, Mandela-Rhodes, TUT-CSIR) may be eligible for top-up funding as defined by external funder agreements.
- Candidates must comply with faculty-specific criteria, where applicable.
- International applicants must provide proof of financial support for their studies.
- Scholarships may be topped up by departments or faculties, provided the total funding does not exceed R200,000 per year.
Scholarship Value for TUT Postgraduate Students
The value of the 2025 TUT Postgraduate Scholarships varies based on the level of study and financial standing of the applicant:
- Master’s Degree Scholarship: R80,000 per annum (inclusive of tuition fees)
- Doctoral Degree Scholarship: R100,000 per annum (tuition fees excluded)
For employed students earning below R400,000 annually, a sliding scale of support applies:
| Annual Income (ZAR) | Master’s Funding | Doctoral Funding |
|---|---|---|
| Less than R200,000 | Full Scholarship | Full Scholarship |
| R200,000 – R250,000 | R60,000 | R70,000 |
| R250,000 – R300,000 | R50,000 | R60,000 |
| R300,000 – R350,000 | R40,000 | R50,000 |
| R350,000 – R400,000 | R30,000 | R40,000 |
| Above R400,000 | Not Eligible | Not Eligible |
How to Apply for the 2025 TUT Master’s and Doctoral Scholarships
To apply for the 2025 TUT full-time postgraduate scholarships, candidates are required to follow these steps:
- Confirm availability of the desired postgraduate programme with the relevant faculty before applying.
- Obtain the scholarship application form directly from your department or academic supervisor.
- Ensure all required documents and sections of the form are completed in full; incomplete applications will not be processed.
- For additional queries, applicants can contact the scholarship office via [email protected].
Why Choose TUT for Your Postgraduate Studies?
Tshwane University of Technology is one of South Africa’s leading institutions for higher education, known for academic excellence and innovation. TUT provides a robust learning environment and research infrastructure that supports scholarly growth in both local and international students.
These 2025 full-time postgraduate scholarships are designed to not only ease the financial burden of postgraduate education but also to encourage academic achievement and research excellence in all fields of study.
