FAQ
What is NESP ?
The Nurturing Emerging Scholars Programme (NESP) is a four-year programme for Honours, and a three-year programme for Masters students who show interest in becoming academics.
How long is the Honours NESP programme ?
This programme spans four years and includes a one-year Honours programme, followed by a two-year master’s scholarship, along with a one year academic internship at the host South African university.
How long is the Masters NESP programme ?
The NESP Masters programme spans three years and includes a two year Master’s scholarship followed immediately by a one year academic internship at a recruiting South African university.
What do I need to qualify for NESP ?
- Need to show interest in becoming an academic
- A South African citizen no older than 35
- To be eligible for and to commit to a Master’s degree at a recruiting university for three years (two years study, and one year internship).
- Meet the minimum requirement of 65% grade average.
Which universities are part of NESP ?
The various public universities participate in different NESP opportunities. Click here for more details.
How long does NESP run ?
NESP runs for four years for the Honours programme, and three years for the Master’s programme.
What does NESP cover ?
NESP covers your tuition cost, accommodation, personal care, meal, and electronic study device allowances, and a stipend for the internship year.
Which faculties does NESP cover ?
The participating universities offer different fields of study. Click this link – https://www.ru.ac.za/dhetnespapplication/ – for more information.
What is the closing date ?
Closing date for all NESP opportunities is 31 October 2023.
How many Honours opportunities are there ?
There is one Honours opportunity which has a total of 4 NESP positions available, and these positions come with scholarships specifically designed for Honours study at South African public universities.
How many Masters opportunities are there ?
There are two Masters opportunities to be part of NESP:
- There are a total of 14 NESP positions that come with scholarships for Master’s study at public universities in France.
- There are a total of 70 NESP positions available, each of which a scholarship for Master’s study at South African public universities.