The University of Cape Town (UCT) offers postgraduate bursaries through the Archive and Public Culture (APC) Research Initiative.
These UCT Archive and Public Culture Postgraduate bursaries support students pursuing Honours, Masters, Doctoral, and Postdoctoral studies in any discipline relevant to the Research Initiative’s focus.
The APC works to explore the intersection and co-production of archives and discourse.
This will encourage innovative research that interrogates and expands our understanding of history, memory, and knowledge production.
About the UCT Archive and Public Culture Postgraduate Bursaries
The bursaries are funded by the National Research Foundation (NRF) and the UCT Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarship Fund.
They provide financial assistance to cover tuition fees and living expenses for eligible students.
The amount of the award varies depending on the level of study and financial need, with full funding covering the entire period of study and partial funding offering a significant contribution.
UCT Archive and Public Culture Postgraduate Bursaries Application Form
To apply for an APC postgraduate bursary, please follow these steps:
- Review the eligibility criteria: Ensure you meet the academic and research requirements outlined on the APC website.
- Download the application form: The application form can be downloaded from the APC website.
- Prepare supporting documentation: Gather all required documents, including academic transcripts, research proposal, CV, and letters of recommendation.
- Submit your application: Submit your complete application electronically to: [email protected] by the closing date. (Use the phrase “UCT Archive and Public Culture Postgraduate Bursary” in the email subject line).
The UCT Archive and Public Culture Postgraduate Bursaries Requirements
To be eligible for an APC bursary, you must meet the following criteria:
- Be registered or intend to register for postgraduate studies at UCT.
- Demonstrate academic excellence: Achieve a minimum GPA of 65% for your prior degree or a combined family income less than R350,000 per year for full funding consideration.
- Prove financial need: Submit documentation demonstrating your financial need for the bursary.
- Propose research relevant to the APC’s focus: Your research proposal should align with the themes of archive, memory, discourse, and knowledge production.
- Be willing to participate in the APC research community: This includes attending workshops, seminars, and contributing to the Initiative’s activities.
The UCT Archive and Public Culture Postgraduate Bursaries Closing Date
The application deadline for the UCT Archive and Public Culture Postgraduate Bursaries varies each year.
The application cycle normally falls in the month of June but please stay tuned to this website and the APC website for the most recent closing date information.
For further inquiries, please contact UCT Research Chair in Archive and Public Culture directly through any of the following avenues:
- Physical address: Archive and Public Culture Research Initiative, Department of Historical Studies, Room A17, A C Jordan Building, Upper Campus, University of Cape Town
- Post: Private Bag X3, Rondebosch, 7701, Cape Town
- Tel: 021 650 2077
- Email: [email protected] / [email protected]