Centre for Sustainability Transitions (CST) 2021 Masters & PhD Scholarships at Stellenbosch University

The Centre for Sustainability Transitions builds on a strong history of transdisciplinary research and complexity studies at Stellenbosch University, providing a vibrant hub for solution-oriented sustainability science that hosts leading scientists and students from diverse disciplinary backgrounds in a state-of-the-art research centre. 

The primary objective of the CST is to provide transformational knowledge on the dynamics of multi-scale social-ecological change, and strategic insights into the new modes of research and governance that can bring about a just transition to a more equitable and sustainable society, in southern Africa and globally.

• Table of Content
• About Centre for Sustainability Transitions (CST)
• Masters & PhD Scholarships
• Aim and Benefits of Masters & PhD Scholarships
• Requirements for Masters & PhD Scholarships Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

Masters & PhD Scholarships

Aim and Benefits of Masters & PhD Scholarships

Scholarship is fully funded.

Requirements for Masters & PhD Scholarships Qualification

All candidates should show evidence of strong scholarly performance. Based on the National Research Foundation’s funding guidelines, strong preference will be given to South African nationals and under-represented groups

Application Deadline

How to Apply

We seek motivated individuals interested to pursue a PhD on the following topics:

• Dynamics of Sustainability Transitions (12 June)
• Fostering sustainable, just and resilient urban futures in Africa (12 June)
• Social-ecological regime shifts in the Anthropocene (12 June)

And to pursue a Masters on the following topics:

• Patterns in prosperity, equality, and ecological integrity in southern Africa 
• Gross Ecosystem Product for South Africa 

Please click on the links above for further details.

For more details, visit CST website.