TABLE 4: 2023 NESP SCHOLARSHIPS AT UJ No Phase Faculty Department Gender Race 1 1 Science Zoology Female Black 2 1 Science Biochemistry Male Black 3 1 FEBE Mechanical Engineering Male Black 4 2.1 FEBE Urban and Regional Planning Female Black 6 2.1 FEBE Civil Engineering Female Black 6 2.1 Science Chemical Science Female Black The table 5 below presents the funding allocated towards the NESP scholarships for the two-year period. TABLE 5: ALLOCATED NESP SCHOLARSHIP FUNDING Category Amount per annum Total for two-year Master’s Personal Care/Living Allowance R30 000 R60 000 Meal/Food Allowance R30 000 R60 000 Maximum accommodation allowance R60 000 R120 000 Maximum Tuition Fees R40 000 R80 000 Electronic Study Device Allowance R15 000 R15 000 TOTAL R175 000 R335 000 Table 6 below presents funding allocated towards the NESP internship to be undertaken in the third year after completion of the master’s degree. TABLE 6: FUNDING ALLOCATED TOWARDS THE NESP INTERNSHIP Category Amount Academic intern stipend (Year 3) R230 000 Teaching and research development opportunities, including mentorship and proposal development for a doctoral degree (Year 3) R20 000 International conference/short mobility opportunity (Year 3) R75 000 TOTAL R325 000 Throughout the year, the Division organised a total of nine one-on-one check-in meetings for both Phase 1 and Phase 2 scholars during the first and second semesters to evaluate their progress. These sessions provided valuable support and guidance to the scholars as they navigated their academic journeys. Furthermore, in 2023, the DHET allocated UJ three additional posts for NESP Phase 2.2 encompassing disciplines such as Anthropology and Developmental Studies, Palaeo Studies, and Sustainable Urban and Regional Planning. This allocation brought the total number of UJ scholarships to 10. The internal application process for Phase 2.2 was conducted in the latter part of 2023, and UJ is awaiting DHET approval for the selected candidates to commence with the NESP programme in 2024. As part of the 2022/23 financial year reporting, four1 NESP audit and narrative reports were meticulously compiled and submitted to the DHET, reflecting UJ’s commitment to transparency and accountability in program implementation. 2023 ANNUAL REPORT DIVISION FOR TEACHING EXCELLENCE 32
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