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Applications are open for the DHET Future Professors Program, helping South Africa’s academics prepare for the role of professor with support and training. Apply below: When is the Application Deadline: The application deadline for the Future Professors Programme (FPP) is 25 February 2025. Tell Me About The DHET Future Professors Program: The Department of Higher Education and Training’s (DHET) Future Professors Program (FPP) is a structured and intensive development initiative designed to prepare South Africa’s most promising early and mid-career academics for advancement to the rank of professor across various disciplines. This prestigious program accelerates readiness for the professoriate by offering targeted support, training, and mentorship. Read also: The Bridge Leadership Foundation 2025 Emerging Political Leaders Fellowship for Nigerians- Apply! West African Scholar Mobility Fellowship (WARA) 2025 for West African Scholars ($4,000 Grant) Helmholtz Institute Erlangen-Nuremberg for Renewable Energies PhD Scholarships 2025 For International Students Which Fields are Eligible? All fields Type: Training Who can Apply? Also, applicants must: Hold a doctorate. Be permanently employed in an academic capacity or an equivalent academic appointment. Demonstrate evidence of academic achievement signalling advancement toward senior academic ranks. Additional criteria that may strengthen an application (not mandatory): Being a Black or woman scholar. Holding positions such as lecturer or senior lecturer. Having an NRF rating or equivalent scholarly standing. How are Applicants Selected? Applicants are assessed based on their: Academic credentials and achievements. Evidence of potential to advance to the professoriate. Compliance with the outlined eligibility criteria. An internal selection process at the university level will shortlist a maximum of five nominees for submission to DHET. DHET makes the final selection. Candidate attributes: A deep commitment to the pursuit of advanced scholarship. Evidence of productive and imaginative scholarly work. Early signs of purpose and direction in academic work. Novelty, richness and a willingness to take risks in the pursuit of large ideas. Personal qualities of self-awareness, teachability and the need to grow. Evidence of resilience and persistence in the face of setbacks. A willingness to benefit from and contribute to a community of scholars Which Countries Are Eligible? South Africa Read also: Henan University Chinese Government Scholarship 2025 For Masters and PhD Students (Tuition, Accommodation and Other Benefits) Scholarships Every Aspiring Journalist Should Apply For in 2025 Top Scholarships for Social Science Students in 2025/2026 Where will the Award be Taken? South Africa How Many Awards? Not specified What is the Benefit of the Award? Additionally, the benefits include: Accelerated readiness for the professoriate through structured mentorship and training. Enhanced academic capacity and career development. Access to resources and guidance for advancing to senior academic ranks. How Long Will the Award Last? The program begins in January 2026. How to Apply: Download and complete the application form. Submit your application and any required supporting documents to the University Capacity Development Programme team. Ensure your application meets all outlined requirements to avoid disqualification. Please direct any further questions to Dheshnie Keswell or Lisa Cloete. Visit the Official Webpage to fill out the form

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