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Eligibility Requirements
- South African national, normally resident in South Africa
- Third-year LLB student at UWC or the University of Fort Hare, going into your final year
- A strong academic record, or clear improvement in your results
- Involvement in activities outside the classroom
- Good references from academic or professional referees
Documents Needed
- The completed application form, saved as a PDF
- Copies of degree certificates, if you have any
- Your academic transcripts
- Reference letters from two academic or professional referees
- An identity document, such as an ID or passport
About Canon Collins Joel Joffe LLB Scholarship
The Canon Collins Joel Joffe LLB Scholarship supports law students in the final year of their LLB at the University of the Western Cape or the University of Fort Hare. The Canon Collins Trust administers the scholarship, and the Joffe Charitable Trust funds it.
Joel Joffe was Nelson Mandela's lawyer in the 1963 and 1964 Rivonia Trial, and he played a crucial role in the struggle for democracy in South Africa. The scholarship builds on his legacy. It aims to build a group of carefully selected lawyers who are committed to strengthening human rights and social justice in South Africa.
The Canon Collins Trust lists the Joel Joffe LLB scholarships at the University of Fort Hare and the University of the Western Cape among its scholarships that are opening soon. The terms below come from the Trust's most recent published guidelines, for study in 2020, so check the new call when it opens.
Funding Details
In the 2020 call, the scholarship provided:
- R40,000 towards the last year of your LLB studies
- Events that help you build your academic and leadership skills
- A paid internship at a public interest law firm for about five months after you graduate
The internship is a valuable part of the award, because it gives new graduates practical experience in human rights and public interest law. Scholars also join the Canon Collins network of scholars and alumni across southern Africa.
There is no set number of scholarships. In 2020, the Trust expected to make four new awards, depending on funding and suitable applicants.
Where You Can Study
The scholarship is limited to two universities:
- The University of the Western Cape (UWC)
- The University of Fort Hare
In the 2020 round, the Trust interviewed shortlisted applicants on each campus, at Fort Hare in late October and at UWC in early November.
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About the Canon Collins Trust The Canon Collins Trust grew out of the anti-apartheid work of Canon John Collins. He led Christian Action and the Defence and Aid Fund in Britain. The Trust, known formally as the Canon Col…
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The scholarship is for South African law students who are about to start the final year of their LLB. In the 2020 call, it was open to third-year LLB students who were going into their fourth year.
You must be a South African national who normally lives in South Africa. You also need a strong academic record and involvement in activities outside the classroom.
The Trust looks for students who show leadership, who have work or volunteer experience related to law, and who want to contribute to the future of southern Africa.
Application Procedure
Download the application form from the Canon Collins Trust website when the call opens. Complete it on a computer, save it as a PDF and email it with your supporting documents to the Trust, with your name and the scholarship name in the subject line. Your referees may also email their references directly.
The Trust assesses applications on academic record and references, work experience, leadership and commitment to country and community. It also considers how well you complete the application form, so answer every question fully. Shortlisted applicants are interviewed on campus.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply for the Joel Joffe scholarship?
South African LLB students going into their final year at UWC or the University of Fort Hare.
How much is the Joel Joffe scholarship?
The 2020 call offered R40,000 towards the final year of the LLB, plus a paid internship.
Is the Joel Joffe scholarship open now?
The Canon Collins Trust lists it as opening soon. Check its website for the new call.
Who funds the scholarship?
The Joffe Charitable Trust funds it, and the Canon Collins Trust administers it.
