- Provider: FirstRand Empowerment Foundation
- Host country: United Kingdom
- Study level: Master’s
- Funding: Fully funded: Covers full tuition for a Master of Public Policy and residency at Wadham College.
- Who can apply: South African students with academic excellence, leadership ability, and community involvement.
- Fields of study: Public Policy
- Deadline: 25 February 2027
About the scholarship
The FirstRand Empowerment Foundation (FREF) has established a five-year partnership with Wadham College at the University of Oxford. This initiative aims to support one outstanding South African student each year to pursue postgraduate studies at the Blavatnik School of Government. The program is designed for individuals who wish to deepen their understanding of public policy challenges to become more effective leaders and changemakers.
What it covers
- Full funding for a Master of Public Policy degree at the Blavatnik School of Government.
- Residency at Wadham College.
Who can apply
Applicants must be South African students. Candidates are assessed based on academic excellence, leadership ability, community involvement, and their potential to make a significant impact. FirstRand and the Blavatnik School of Government seek applicants who will benefit from the opportunity and contribute to South Africa upon their return.
How to apply
Applications are submitted online only. FirstRand conducts the interviewing and selection process, which runs concurrently with their international postgraduate scholarship programme. The application deadline is February 25, 2027.
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