Applications are currently open for the Department of Science and Innovation (DSI) and Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) Inter-Program Bursary Scheme 2024 For South African Postgraduate Students. Apply Below:
When is the Application Deadline:
The application deadline for the DSI-CSIR Inter-Program Bursary Scheme 2024 For South African Postgraduate Students is 31 August 2024.
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Tell Me About The DSI-CSIR Inter-Program Bursary Scheme:
The Department of Science and Innovation (DSI) established the Inter-program Bursary Scheme (IBS) for postgraduate studies to support capacity development in key strategic and priority areas identified in key departmental strategies. The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) is supporting the DSI in the development of skills in these areas.
Which Fields are Eligible?
The following fields are eligible:
- Biocatalysis
- Biopharming
- Bioprocessing
- Health
- ICT
- Indigenous Knowledge Systems (IKS)
- Microsystems Technology
- Mining
- Modeling and Digital Sciences
- Titanium (Manufacturing Elements)
- Photonics
- Water Research
Type:
Scholarship
Who can Apply For The DSI-CSIR Inter-Program Bursary Scheme?
Also, applicants are to meet the following eligibility criteria:
- All students who have been accepted or registered for full-time studies at any South African public university.
- All students who intend to register or are registered for the following:
- Honours/fourth-year engineering/Postgraduate Diploma;
- Master’s; and – Doctorate.
- DSI-CSIR IBS applications are restricted to students whose degrees align with the thematic research areas and research themes/technology streams indicated below.
- Supervisor endorsement and motivation will be required for each bursary application for master’s and doctoral studies.
- Preference will be given to applicants from previously disadvantaged backgrounds and people living with disabilities.
Which Countries Are Eligible?
South Africa
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Where will the Award be Taken?
South Africa
How Many Awards?
Not specified
What is the Benefit of the Award?
Additionally, applicants will enjoy the following benefits:
- Honours/4th year engineering/Postgraduate Diploma: R130 000
- Masters: R140 000
- Doctorate: R160 000
- Students will receive an additional R10 000 once-off laptop allowance.
How to Apply:
To apply, click on this link: https://csir.auraams.app/
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