Application Deadline: 29th September 2017
Eligible Countries: South Africa
To Be Taken At (Country): South Africa
About the Award: The Doug Banks Renewable Energy Vision is a South African initiative aimed at building intellectual capital in the field of Renewable Energy.
A two year Scholarship is available to study towards a Masters degree in Renewable Energy Studies at a South African University, commencing in 2018. Students should be from a background of engineering, science, technology, built environment, or law.
This initiative is set on finding undergraduate students, preferably from an engineering, scientific or technical background who are willing and able to carry forward Doug’s passion and vision.
Dr Doug Banks was a man who was passionate about meeting Africa’s energy challenges through the development of Renewable Energy. Through a deep understanding of people and technology, Doug was able to speak to and shape national renewable energy policies. A number of young professionals owe their career choice to Doug’s enthusiastic mentorship.
Type: Masters
Eligibility: This scholarship is only available to
- South African citizens or permanent residents and may only be used to study at a South African university.
- undergraduate students, preferably from an engineering, scientific or technical background studying towards a Masters degree in Renewable Energy Studies.
Selection Criteria: Selected applicants will be:
• Passionate about making a difference to the African continent.
• Fired up about addressing Energy Poverty and Energy Access through application of Renewable Energy
• Fired up about addressing Energy Poverty and Energy Access through application of Renewable Energy
Number of Awards: Not specified
Value of Award: Financial support and mentorship is available to assist a graduate student to take forward the vision of the late Dr Doug Banks.
Duration of Program: 2 years
How to Apply: Apply here
Award Providers: The Doug Banks Renewable Energy Vision
Important Notes: Successful applicants will be announced mid-November
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