Applications are currently being accepted for the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) Department of Science, Technology and Innovation Inter-Programme Bursary Scheme 2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About CSIR - Department of Science, Technology and Innovation Inter-Programme Bursary Scheme
The Inter-Programme Bursary Scheme (IBS), funded by the Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI) is intended to support full time studies at Honours, 4th year Engineering/Postgraduate Diplomas, Masters and PhD level at any South African public university.
Benefits of CSIR - Department of Science, Technology and Innovation Inter-Programme Bursary Scheme
- Honours/fourth year engineering/Postgraduate Diploma: R160 000
- Masters: R170 000
- Doctorate: R180 000
- Students will receive an additional once-off laptop allowance of R10 000
Additional Benefits
IBS students will also receive additional support through the following initiatives:
- Experimental costs funding of up to R35 000 per annum – Access to laboratories at CSIR and other institutions
- National and international conference attendance funding opportunity of up to R35 000 per annum
- Recognition of Top Performing students – CSIR Excellence Awards, certificates and gifts handed out
- Possible work placement opportunities at the CSIR and other affiliated organisations
- Interview skills training offered to final year students in preparation for the world of work
- Opportunity to work on real-life projects that address socioeconomic challenges through your research (CSIR co-supervision)
- Onboarding session and an opportunity to meet the CSIR team
- Psychosocial support (e.g academic and psychological support)
- Student wellness programme
- Opportunity to be paired with senior CSIR professionals through a mentorship programme
- Research skills training workshops to sharpen your academic writing skills
- Thesis/dissertation/Research publications and printing costs funding
- Vacation work opportunities of up to six weeks per annum
- Opportunity to attend CSIR Emerging Researchers Symposium – Showcase research project and networking
CSIR - Department of Science, Technology and Innovation Inter-Programme Bursary Scheme Requirements
Students who are approved or registered for full-time studies at any South African public university, who intend to register or are registered for the following degrees:
- Honours/fourth year engineering/Postgraduate Diploma
- Masters
- Doctorate
Application Date and Process
- Click on the link to the application website to apply.
Application Deadline
15 September, 2026
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