How much is the CSIR bursary?

Based on the student’s study level, a bursary will be awarded:

  • Coverage up to R100 000 per year will be available to honours, fourth-year engineering and postgraduate diploma students.
  • A maximum of R120 000 will be covered per year for Master’s students.
  • A maximum of R140 000 is available per year for doctoral students.

Those receiving bursaries will also be given a one-time laptop allowance of R10 000.

After the closing date of the application, all applicants will receive feedback about their applications within 2 months.

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