The Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI) established the Inter-programme Bursary Scheme (IBS) to support postgraduate studies and capacity development in critical, strategic and priority areas identified in key departmental strategies. The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) supports the DSTI in developing skills in these areas.
About Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)
The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) is a leading scientific and technology research organisation that researches, develops, localises and diffuses technologies to accelerate socioeconomic prosperity in South Africa. The organisation’s work contributes to industrial development and supports a capable state.
The CSIR was established through an Act of Parliament in 1945 and the organisation’s executive authority is the Minister of Higher Education, Science and Technology.
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DSTI-CSIR Inter-Programme Bursary Scheme
Aim and Benefits of DSTI-CSIR Inter-Programme Bursary Scheme
- Honours/fourth year engineering/Postgraduate Diploma: R130 000
- Masters: R140,000
- Doctorate: R160 000
- Students will receive an additional once-off laptop allowance of R10 000
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 year
- Recognition of Top Performing students – CSIR Excellence Awards, certificates and gifts handed out
- Possible work placement opportunities at the CSIR and other affiliated organizations
- 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 (eg academic and psychological support)
- Student wellness program
- Opportunity to be paired with senior CSIR professionals through a mentorship program
- 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 year
- Opportunity to attend CSIR Emerging Researchers Symposium – Showcase research project and networking
Requirements for DSTI-CSIR Inter-Programme Bursary Scheme Qualification
- 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:
- Honors/fourth-year engineering/postgraduate diploma;
- Master's; and
- Doctorate.
− Academic performance:
- A minimum average of 65% for the final undergraduate year of study for honors,
4th year engineering and postgraduate diploma scholarships.
- A minimum average of 65% at the honors level for the master's bursary
- A minimum average of 65% at the master's level for doctoral bursary
DSTI-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.
Interview date, Process and Venue for DSTI-CSIR Inter-Programme Bursary Scheme
CSIR-DSI IBS applications are restricted to students whose degrees are aligned with the thematic research areas indicated below:
- Biocatalysis
- Biopharming
- Bioprocessing
- Health
- ICT
- Indigenous Knowledge Systems
- Microsystems technology
- Mining
- Modeling and digital sciences
- Titanium (manufacturing elements)
- Photonics
- Water Research
Application Deadline
August 4, 2025How to Apply
Tel: +27(12) 841 3304
Email: [email protected]
For more details, visit CSIR Programme webpage
