assa.saao.ac.za ASSA & Cooke Astronomy Scholarship 2019 : Astronomical Society of Southern Africa
Name of the Organization : Astronomical Society of Southern Africa
Announcement : ASSA and Cooke Scholarship 2019
Applicable For : 2nd and 3rd year undergraduate studies in astronomy Students
Closing Date : 1 February 2019
Scholarship Worth : R20,000
Website : http://assa.saao.ac.za/about/scholarships/
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What is ASSA Scholarship?
** The purpose of the ASSA Scholarship is to encourage the study of astronomy.
** The Scholarship is available in support of 2nd and 3rd year undergraduate studies in astronomy (and, in exceptional cases, Honours), at a Southern African university.
Related / Similar Scholarship : ASSA/HartRAO/Cooke Astronomy Scholarship 2018
** Criteria are a demonstrated interest in astronomy and a good academic record.
** Preference will be given to members of ASSA, as well as to previous holders of the Scholarship who have made good progress in their studies.
** Preference will also be given to applicants who are not in receipt of other scholarships or similar funding.
** The scholarship (worth up to R20,000 in 2018) will contribute towards academic fees and the cost of prescribed books, and is valid for one year.
** Payment of academic fees will be made directly to the university concerned.
** The scholarship shall be awarded based on an evaluation of the applications and the recommendations of the relevant university department.
** Applicants may be required to be interviewed at an ASSA Centre convenient to them.
What is Cooke Astronomy Scholarship?
** The Cooke Scholarship, instituted in 2018, is intended to support astronomy studies at a recognized South African university.
** Up to R20,000 is available to fund studies at undergraduate (2nd year on) or postgraduate studies.
Application Information
The Astronomical Society of Southern Africa administers two scholarships:
1. the ASSA Scholarship, funded by ASSA, and
2. the Cooke Scholarship, funded by a donation from the PE People’s Observatory Society.
** The scholarships are intended to encourage the study of astronomy, at undergraduate (2nd year up) or, in exceptional cases, postgraduate level, at any Southern African university, including those which offer astronomy courses to part-time students in distance-learning mode.
How To Apply For ASSA & Cooke Scholarship?
** Applications must be submitted to ASSA no later than 1 February 2019.
** One application should be submitted for consideration for both scholarships.
** There is no standard application form, and only the following items must be submitted.
Required Documents
** A covering letter, outlining your career plans and explaining your interest in astronomy.
** Curriculum vitae.
** A statement of your intended course of study (full details of subjects and modules, and their costs) for 2019.
** A statement that you either have no other bursary or scholarship, or where you do have a scholarship or bursary, the amount, source and conditions.
** A copy of your final official results from your previous year of study (this will be 2018, unless there are unusual circumstances).
** A recent letter of support from a lecturer.
** Additional recent letter(s) of support, if relevant.
** Full contact details, including e-mail, residential and postal addresses, and phone numbers.
Contact
** Applications and queries should be submitted by e-mail to scholarships AT assa.saao.ac.za, no later than 1 February 2019.
** Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.
Additional Simplified Procedure
To apply for the ASSA & Cooke Astronomy Scholarship, please follow these steps:
1. Check if you are eligible:
To be eligible for the scholarship, you must be a student at a recognized South African university pursuing a degree in astronomy. You must also have a demonstrated interest in astronomy and a good academic record. Preference will be given to ASSA members and previous holders of the scholarship who have made good progress in their studies. Applicants who are not in receipt of other scholarships or similar funding will also be given preference.
2. Gather the required documents:
The required documents for the scholarship application include:
** A covering letter outlining your career plans and explaining your interest in astronomy.
** A curriculum vitae.
** A statement of your intended course of study (full details of subjects and modules, and their costs) for the year you are applying for.
** A statement that you either have no other bursary or scholarship, or where you do have a scholarship or bursary, the amount, source, and conditions.
** A copy of your final official results from your previous year of study.
** A recent letter of support from a lecturer.
3. Submit your application:
There is no standard application form for the scholarship. Please submit the required documents to ASSA by the application deadline. The application deadline for the 2024 scholarship is 1 February 2024.
4. Attend an interview (if required):
Applicants may be required to be interviewed at an ASSA Centre convenient to them.
5. Await the scholarship decision:
The scholarship awards will be based on an evaluation of the applications and the recommendations of the relevant university department. Successful applicants will be notified by ASSA.
Here are some additional tips for applying for the ASSA & Cooke Astronomy Scholarship:
** Start your application early: Give yourself plenty of time to gather the required documents and complete your application.
** Be thorough and complete: Make sure your application is complete and free of errors.
** Highlight your interest in astronomy: Share your passion for astronomy and explain how this scholarship will help you achieve your career goals.
** Get a strong letter of support: Choose a lecturer who is familiar with your work and can speak to your academic abilities and interest in astronomy.