The Centre for Epidemic Response and Innovation (CERI) at Stellenbosch University (South Africa) and the Institut Pasteur de Dakar (IPD) (Senegal), in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, invite applications for the African STARS Fellowship; a fully funded opportunity to pursue an MSc in Bioinformatics of Infectious Diseases and Pathogen Genomics at Stellenbosch University, South Africa.
Opportunity Details
The Centre for Epidemic Response and Innovation (CERI) at Stellenbosch University (South Africa) and the Institut Pasteur de Dakar (IPD) (Senegal), in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, invite applications for the African STARS Fellowship; a fully funded opportunity to pursue an MSc in Bioinformatics of Infectious Diseases and Pathogen Genomics at Stellenbosch University, South Africa.
About the MSc Programme
This two-year, multidisciplinary MSc programme is designed to equip African scientists with the expertise needed to lead innovative research in infectious diseases and pathogen genomics.
The African STARS Fellowship covers the full cost of the MSc programme, including:
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
Step 1: Click here to apply for the African STARS Fellowship (Scholarship)
Note: This form is only for the scholarship application.
Deadline: 26 June 2025
Step 2: Submit a formal application to Stellenbosch University for admission to the MSc Programme.
Deadline: 31 August 2025 (International), 30 September 2025 (South Africans)
For questions or further information, please visit the FAQ, if not covered you can contact:
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