African mental health Researchers InSpired and Equipped (ARISE) Scholarships: PhD (Public Mental Health) at UCT and Stellenbosch University

The ARISE Scholarships provide fellowships to support doctoral study in public mental health at two South African universities (University of Cape Town and Stellenbosch University). The programme aims to strengthen capacity for mental health research across Africa, with funding for PhD study and research costs covered by the programme. The fellowship is targeted at South African candidates (or those with permanent resident status) who intend to pursue a research/academic career in public mental health and are able to work in a multi-disciplinary team.

Annual fellowship value of R300 000 plus coverage of research costs; four-year tenure contingent on progress; residency requirements at the respective universities during the fellowship.

South African candidates (or candidates with permanent resident status in South Africa) with a prior master’s degree in a relevant field; committed to a research/academic career in public mental health.

Submit the completed application form and supporting documents in one PDF file to the designated contacts; use the provided links to access the form and university details.