- Coverage
- ZAR 150,000 annually for a dissertation master’s, up to two years, or ZAR 180,000 for a PhD, up to three; renewal is conditional.
- Exclusions / limits
- A fixed award, not a promise to cover every cost; the university may alter awards.
- Eligibility & conditions
- Fynbos research on climate, fire or human impacts; within the first two master’s/three PhD years. Merit and financial need assessed; no nationality restriction stated; university English admission applies.
- How to apply
- Email one PDF with form, motivation, CV, transcript, budget, proposal and two referees to Natalie.Jodamus@uct.ac.za.
- Deadline
- 2026-10-31
Official sources
Content reviewed: 30 October 2026. Check the official source for changes.