Unlock your potential with the Council for Geoscience’s Full-Time Bursary Programme for 2027! Seize this opportunity to advance your studies in geosciences and related fields. Apply by 25 November 2026 to secure your future in South Africa’s dynamic geoscience sector.
About the Opportunity
The Council for Geoscience (CGS) is dedicated to fostering the next generation of experts in geosciences and related technical disciplines. This bursary programme is designed to support students pursuing full-time university studies in fields that are crucial to South Africa’s geoscience research, mineral resources, groundwater, environmental studies, and data science.
CGS, headquartered in Silverton, Pretoria, plays a pivotal role in collecting, managing, and applying geoscience data both onshore and offshore across South Africa.
Closing Dates
Ensure your application is submitted by 25 November 2026 to be considered for this prestigious bursary.
Key Responsibilities
- Engage in full-time studies in one of the specified geoscience fields.
- Participate in vocational work during your studies as required.
- Fulfill any work-back obligations after completing your studies.
Requirements/Qualifications
- Must be a South African citizen.
- Currently unemployed and available for vocational work.
- Enrolled full-time at a South African institution for the 2027 academic year.
- Must have passed all modules from the previous academic year or semester.
Benefits
The CGS bursary covers a comprehensive range of expenses including:
- Registration and tuition fees
- Accommodation or transport allowance
- Prescribed books and meals allowance
- Personal Protective Equipment allowance
- Field excursions and analysis costs
- A once-off laptop allowance for first-time recipients
Fields of Study Encouraged
Students are encouraged to apply if they are pursuing studies in areas such as Engineering Geology, Geotechnical Investigations, Geophysics, Hydrogeology, and many more related disciplines.
