Now here’s a great opportunity for students with a passion for media and journalism.
Canon Collins is now looking for eager and talented students to apply for its scholarship program.
This is a great opportunity for anyone looking to further their studies in this field but lacks the financial means to do so.
The scholarship program will require you to meet a few criteria to be considered an ideal applicant.
If you meet these requirements, then you need to apply right away.
Below is a breakdown of exactly how this scholarship works and what you will need to do during the application process.
Closing Date
The Canon Collins Trust Mail & Guardian Scholarship application period will end on 1 November 2022.
Please make sure to submit your application and any other supporting materials by this date.
Your application won’t be taken into account by the bursary provider if you don’t do this.
What Is This Scholarship About?
Canon Collins Trust invites students to apply for the Mail & Guardians Scholarship program for the 2023 academic year. The Scholarship covers Master’s degree courses in Communication, Journalism, or Media Studies at any South African university.
The scholarship seeks to provide enough assistance to excellent students who are motivated to making a difference in South Africa. The Scholarship gives a platform for postgraduate degrees who want to build their work resume while also promoting good social effect via active human rights and education reforms.
The scholarship will pay the cost of their education for the duration of their study. A paid 12-month internship at the Mail & Guardian is also included, as are opportunities to expand your network and boost your leadership and academic skills through scheduled workshops and activities.
Who Can Apply
Scholarships will be awarded to outstanding students pursuing a Master’s degree in the following subjects:
- Journalism
- Media
- Communications
Before applying, candidates must meet the minimum entry requirements listed below (please note that if you do not meet all of the requirements, your application will not be considered):
- Must be a resident of South Africa and a national of any South African country (Angola, Botswana, Eswatini, Lesotho, Mozambique, Malawi, Namibia, South Africa, Zimbabwe, or Zambia)
- Excellent honors results are required (a minimum upper division, second class or equivalent)
- The applicant must be enrolled in a 2-year degree program or intend to enroll in a 1-year full-time Master’s program in Communication, Journalism, or Media Studies.
- The applicant must be enrolled or have applied to a South African university.
- The chosen candidate must complete a paid 12-month internship as a reporter at the Mail & Guardian.
- Candidates who have shown a dedication to making a good effect in the educational and human rights sectors in South Africa by volunteerism, employment experience, or activism will be given preference.
What Does This Scholarship Cover?
This scholarship will provide cover for a candidate’s tuition fees.
How To Apply
Applying for this scholarship is fairly easy, all you need to do is complete the following application form which you can find here.
Submit clear copies of the following supporting papers with your online application (submission of these documents are mandatory; if any elements are missing, your application may be disqualified):
- ID document certified copies (birth certificate, driver’s license, or passport)
- Proof of refugee status (if applicable)
- Proof of residency
- Degree certificate copies (if available)
- Academic transcripts must be certified.
- Proof of application or registration at a South African university that is accredited and registered
- two letters of recommendation
- If you are employed, please provide two recent pay stubs.
Contact Information
If you have any questions about this bursary, then you can get in touch with Canon Collins directly through the following means:
Contact Number: +44 020 8004 8362
Email address: scholarships@canoncollins.org
Good luck with your application!