SAWISE Angus Scholarship for African Women in Science and Engineering
SAWISE, or the Association of South African Women in Science and Engineering, is inviting female students entering their 4th year of study to apply for the Angus Scholarships., Post a Comment
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SAWISE, or the Association of South African Women in Science and Engineering, is inviting female students entering their 4th year of study to apply for the Angus Scholarships.
**Application deadline:** November 15, 2021
### Table of contents
- [Benefits of the Angus Scholarship](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/sawise-angus-scholarship-for-african-women-in-science-and-engineering/#h-benefits-of-the-angus-scholarship)
- [About SAWISE](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/sawise-angus-scholarship-for-african-women-in-science-and-engineering/#h-about-sawise)
- [Eligibility Criteria for African Women](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/sawise-angus-scholarship-for-african-women-in-science-and-engineering/#h-eligibility-criteria-for-african-women)
- [How to Apply](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/sawise-angus-scholarship-for-african-women-in-science-and-engineering/#h-how-to-apply)
## Benefits of the Angus Scholarship
Recipients of the SAWISE Angus Scholarship for African women are entitled to receive R 15,000. The amount shall be used to cover one year of full-time study.
Only incoming fourth-year or honors level African female students in the field of Science and Engineering are welcome to avail this opportunity.
## About SAWISE
The Association of South African Women in Science and Engineering (SAWISE) is a dynamic association for all those who support the idea of strengthening the role of women in science and engineering in Africa.
SAWISE aims to strengthen this role by:
- raising the profile of women scientists and engineers
- highlighting and addressing problems faced specifically by women in these fields
- lobbying for the advancement of women in science and engineering
- providing leadership and role models for young people wishing to enter the fields of science and engineering
An important function of SAWISE is to improve communication among women scientists and engineers. Contact with other associations of women in science and engineering worldwide is also fostered through an exchange of ideas and information.
## Eligibility Criteria for African Women
In order to qualify for the SAWISE Angus Scholarship, applicants must meet the following requirements:
i. Participants must be sub-Saharan Black females.
ii. She must have achieved 70% or above grade average in her subject of study.
iii. The award is only for students at honors level (or fourth-year equivalent e.g. in Engineering).
iv. Any field of Science and Engineering is allowed.
## How to Apply
To start the application process, please fill in the SAWISE Angus Scholarship [online application form](http://www.sawise.uct.ac.za/sawise/scholarships/angus).
Upon applying, the following documents must be attached:
a. Curriculum vitae.
b. An official academic transcript (record).
c. A letter of motivation (~350 words).
d. A certified copy of your ID.
For inquiries, please email: [sawise.scholarships@gmail.com](mailto:sawise.scholarships@gmail.com)
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Eligibility criteria
Always cross-check eligibility against the sponsor's official site before applying — sponsor rules can change between intakes.
- Citizen or permanent resident of an eligible African country
- Strong academic record — typically a minimum GPA equivalent to a UK 2:1 / US 3.3
- English-language proficiency demonstrated by IELTS, TOEFL or an MOI letter
- Two academic or professional references able to speak to your potential
Required documents
A planning baseline drawn from how 90%+ of African scholarship sponsors structure their checklist. The sponsor's portal is the source of truth for any single application.
- Valid international passport (bio page scan)
- Most recent academic transcripts (sealed or e-verified copies)
- Curriculum vitae / résumé (1–2 pages, reverse-chronological)
- Personal statement or motivation letter (500–1,000 words, tailored to the sponsor)
- Two to three reference letters (academic for students, professional for working applicants)
- Proof of English proficiency (IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo) — Medium-of-Instruction letter may substitute for Anglophone-Africa graduates
- Passport-sized photograph meeting ICAO biometric standards
- Country-of-origin proof (national ID or birth certificate) — required by many Africa-focused funders
Deadline timeline
The sponsor has not published a fixed deadline yet. Use the milestones below as a generic 12-month plan; substitute dates once the intake window opens.
- 12 months out
Register for tests (IELTS/TOEFL/SAT/GRE), shortlist 3–5 universities, identify referees.
- 6 months out
Sit your tests, draft a personal statement, request transcripts and confirm reference letters.
- 3 months out
Finalise essays, upload supporting documents, complete the online application portal.
- 1 month out
Final review, double-check uploaded files, submit a week before the deadline to avoid portal issues.
- Application deadline
Submit by 23:59 in the sponsor's stated time zone — usually local to the sponsor, not your country.
Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for the SAWISE Angus Scholarship for African Women in Science and Engineering?+
Applicants must be eligible African nationals applying at the the stated level level, meet the academic and English-language requirements set by Various, and be able to relocate to the host country for the duration of the programme.
Is the SAWISE Angus Scholarship for African Women in Science and Engineering fully funded?+
Funding model: Funding type varies — check the official site. Where listed as fully funded, the award typically covers tuition, monthly stipend, health insurance and round-trip airfare. Always confirm the latest funding breakdown on the sponsor's official page.
When is the application deadline?+
The application deadline is varies by intake — see the official site. Submit at least one week early — sponsor portals frequently slow or fail in the final 24 hours, and late submissions are not accepted under any circumstances.
What documents do I need to apply?+
At minimum: passport bio page, academic transcripts, CV, personal statement, two to three references, and an English-language test score (IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo). Research-led Masters and PhD applications also require a research proposal and a writing sample.
How can I improve my chance of winning?+
Apply early, tailor every essay to the specific sponsor (do not recycle a generic statement), secure at least one reference who knows your work in detail, and apply to two or three additional scholarships in parallel — never rely on a single application.