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Overview

The TUM ENERGISE Center is inviting applications from highly qualified and motivated candidates from South Africa for a three-year doctoral scholarship in Sustainable Energy Governance.

The doctoral research will focus on governance structures and policy instruments that contribute to a just energy transition in South Africa. The selected scholar will be supervised by Prof. Dr. Miranda Schreurs from the Technical University of Munich (TUM), School of Governance.

The TUM ENERGISE Center is a partnership between the Technical University of Munich and four South African universities: the University of the Witwatersrand, University of Johannesburg, Tshwane University of Technology, and University of Venda. It promotes interdisciplinary research combining engineering, entrepreneurship, and policy to advance a just energy transition in South Africa.

Research Focus

The doctoral research will examine Sustainable Energy Governance, with particular attention to the governance structures and policy instruments supporting South Africa’s just energy transition.

The scholarship is intended for candidates with an academic background related to energy or sustainability policy and politics.

Scholarship Support

The scholarship runs from 1 October 2026 to 30 September 2029 and includes:

• A monthly stipend of EUR 1,300
• EUR 2,000 for research mobility
• Stays between South Africa and Germany
• Insurance support

Eligibility

Applicants must:

• Be South African citizens or permanent residents of South Africa.
• Hold a Master’s degree in political science, sustainability, or a related field.
• Have a focus on energy or sustainability policy and politics.

Qualified women and individuals with disabilities are particularly encouraged to apply.

Expectations of Doctoral Scholars

Selected ENERGISE doctoral scholars are expected to:

• Demonstrate strong commitment to their doctoral research.
• Participate in and contribute to TUM ENERGISE Center activities.
• Engage in academic exchange, including visits and collaboration with partner universities.
• Present their research at leading international conferences.
• Publish research in leading international academic journals.

Application Requirements

Applications must include:

• A CV
• A strong motivation letter demonstrating the applicant’s fit with the TUM ENERGISE Center
• Relevant certificates, including the transcript of records

Further application requirements are provided in the official scholarship announcement.

Key Dates

• Scholarship period: 1 October 2026 – 30 September 2029
• Application deadline: 31 August 2026

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted through the online application form provided by the TUM ENERGISE Center.