Overview:
Applications are invited for the above scholarship. Ph.D. students in the Power Futures Lab at the Graduate School of Business (GSB) to conduct full-time research in one of these following areas:
- Chinese investments in the power sector in Africa; or
- Distributed energy resources and power market transitions in Africa.
The successful candidate must comply with the University of Cape Town’s approved policies, procedures, and practices for post-graduate study and need to apply for a full-time Ph.D. study through the standard processes for acceptance onto the GSB’s Ph.D. program.
Scholarship Benefits:
The scholarship’s of value is R283,000 for the 2021 academic year and may be renewed for a further two years, depending on satisfactory progress. Further research stipends may also be available.
Scholarship Eligibility:
Applicants should have a first-class academic record, a Master’s Degree in a relevant discipline, and will also have to demonstrate their ability and commitment to independent research within a small and diverse team.
Application Process:
Applications may be sent to Fazlin Harribi: fazlin.harribi@gsb.uct.ac.za
Applications should include a covering letter on their academic achievements motivation to undertake full-time Ph.D. research and the rationale for their choice of a research topic and should include their academic transcripts as well as their CV and the names and contacts of three referees who can attest to their academic and research abilities and character.
For More Info Please Visit The University Of Cape Town Power Sector Investment and Market Transitions in Africa Website
