SA-CERN
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South African MSc and PhD students can apply for fully-funded bursaries to study in 2027, with support for research at CERN in Geneva. Applicants must be starting their postgraduate studies in 2027 and have a research project aligned with one of SA-CERN's five research pillars.
The SA-CERN Programme Excellence MSc/PhD Bursary Program 2027 provides financial support to South African students pursuing Master's or PhD studies that align with the SA-CERN Programme's research areas. Funded by the Department of Science and Innovation and the National Research Foundation, the programme connects South African researchers with CERN (European Centre for Nuclear Research) in Geneva, Switzerland, giving them access to world-class research facilities including ISOLDE and the Large Hadron Collider. Successful applicants will receive full cost-of-study support for their degree duration, including sponsorship for research trips to CERN aligned with their projects. What you get • Full cost-of-study support for the duration of studies • MSc level: up to R150,000 per annum • PhD level: up to R200,000 per annum • Sponsorship of research trips to CERN aligned with selected students' projects How to apply 1. Complete the application form by clicking the NEXT button 2. Upload an up-to-date CV 3. Upload a copy of your full academic record 4. Upload a statement of purpose addressing your proposed research topic and proposed supervisor 5. Upload a copy of your South African ID document 6. Upload three letters of recommendation 7. Upload copies of any research publications or reports you have authored or co-authored 8. Upload copies of your dissertation from your previous level of study
• South African citizenship • Starting MSc or PhD studies at a South African university in 2027 for full-time study • Completed previous degree with an aggregate of at least 65% • Proven track record of excellence and clear evidence of outstanding future potential • Research project that aligns with one of SA-CERN's pillars: ALICE, ATLAS, ISOLDE, THEORY, or Technology Transfer • Supervisor must be an SA-CERN member • Up-to-date CV • Full academic record • Statement of purpose addressing the proposed research topic and proposed supervisor • Copy of South African ID document • Three letters of recommendation • Copies of any research publications or reports you have authored or co-authored • Copies of dissertation from your previous level of study