Call for Applications: PhD Scholarship in Sustainable Energy Entrepreneurship (Fully Funded 4 Years) – Global South Opportunities
Partners: Stellenbosch University (CRSES) & Technical University of Munich (TUM SEED Center)
Location: Stellenbosch University, South Africa (with international mobility opportunities)
Application Deadline: 31 October 2025
Scholarship Duration: 4 years (1 February 2026 – 31 January 2030)
The TUM SEED Center is a Centre of Excellence for Exchange, Research, and Collaboration in Sustainable Energy Entrepreneurship and Development in the Global South, funded by DAAD and the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ, 2020–2029). It brings together 11 leading technical universities across Africa, Asia, and Latin America, including Stellenbosch University, Makerere University, IIT Bombay, and others.
Through its interdisciplinary doctoral program, SEED fosters international academic exchange, high-quality research, and practical impact in sustainable energy entrepreneurship.
This PhD scholarship focuses on scaling and impact of sustainable enterprises in the mini-grid sector, contributing directly to SDG 7: Clean and Affordable Energy for All by 2030. Scholars will engage with Living Labs across SEED partner universities, participate in symposia, and collaborate internationally.
Applicants must:
Women and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Applicants must complete both steps for a valid submission:
Deadline: 31 October 2025 (midnight)
For inquiries, contact: [email protected]
Disclaimer: Global South Opportunities (GSO) is not the awarding organization. For any inquiries, please contact the official organization directly. Please do not send your applications to GSO, as we are unable to process them. Due to the high volume of emails, we receive daily, we may not be able to respond to all inquiries. Thank you for your understanding.
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