Cecil Renaud Overseas Scholarship 2027 for Postgraduate Study ·Cecil Renaud Educational and Charitable Trust

Overview

This scholarship offers full financial support for South African students pursuing postgraduate studies in the United Kingdom. It is awarded annually to one or two exceptional candidates for studies lasting up to two years.

Eligibility

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Completion of a significant portion of secondary schooling in KwaZulu-Natal
• Enrollment at or completion of a South African university degree
• Status as a final-year Honours student or a four-year undergraduate student
• Age below 27 years at the time of application
• Strong academic performance at undergraduate level

Benefits

• Comprehensive financial support for postgraduate study in the UK
• Full funding for up to two years
• Support for study at a university of the candidate’s choice

How to Apply

Applicants must submit a formal application including:

• Completed application form
• Academic transcripts
• Proof of university enrollment or degree completion
• Curriculum Vitae outlining academic achievements
• Supporting documentation demonstrating leadership and extracurricular involvement

Application forms are available for download via the official scholarship platform.

Deadline

Applications close on 30 September 2026.