Apply Now: Council for Geoscience 2026 Bursary Programme

ByRainbow Time

The Council for Geoscience (CGS) invites suitably qualified university students to apply for a full-time bursary for the 2026 academic year. This bursary is aimed at supporting studies in key geoscience and related fields, including geology, geophysics, hydrogeology, environmental science, geo-informatics, data science, and other specialised disciplines. The programme seeks to develop skilled professionals who can contribute to scientific research, innovation, and sustainable solutions to real-world geoscience challenges in South Africa.

The bursary provides comprehensive financial support, covering tuition and registration fees, accommodation or transport allowances, prescribed books, meals, field excursions, and a once-off laptop allowance for first-time bursars. Applicants must be South African citizens, enrolled full-time at a recognised South African institution of higher learning, and meet the academic requirements set by CGS. Preference may be given to previously disadvantaged applicants, and only complete applications submitted by the closing date will be considered.

Bursary: Council for Geoscience (CGS) Full-Time Bursary
Duration: Full-time study for the 2026 academic year
Location: South Africa
Closing Date: 23 January 2026

ABOUT THE COUNCIL FOR GEOSCIENCE

The Council for Geoscience (CGS) is mandated to collect and curate all geoscience data in South Africa, both on and offshore. It aims to use these data to find meaningful geoscience solutions to respond to real-world challenges. With its Head Office situated in Silverton Pretoria, the CGS takes pride in having and building a winning team of scientists within the various fields of geoscience.

CALL TO APPLY FOR THE COUNCIL FOR GEOSCIENCE FULL-TIME BURSARY

The Council for Geoscience (CGS) herewith invites University students to apply for a full-time CGS bursary for the 2026 academic year.
The objective of the CGS bursary is to create, enhance and support expertise in the geosciences and related technical fields.

ELIGIBILITY

Applicants must:

  • Be a South African citizen
  • Not employed and available for vocational work during studies and work back upon completion of studies, when required
  • Have enrolled full-time at a South African institution of higher learning for the 2026 academic year
  • For students currently at an institution of higher learning, must have passed all the modules of the previous year/semester
THE BURSARY COVERS
  • Registration and tuition fees
  • Accommodation / Transport allowance
  • Prescribed books
  • Meals
  • Field excursions and analysis
  • Once-off laptop allowance for first-time bursars
THE CGS AWARDS FULL-TIME BURSARIES IN THE FOLLOWING FIELDS OF STUDY
  • Geology
  • Engineering Geology
  • Geophysics
  • Hydrogeology (focus on groundwater modelling)
  • Geochemistry
  • Economic Geology
  • Environmental Science
  • Data Science and Innovation Studies
  • Geo-informatics
  • Remote Sensing
  • Computational Geosciences
  • Mineral Economics
  • Mining Seismology
YOUR APPLICATION MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS
  • Motivation letter
  • An updated CV
  • A copy of your certified identity document (ID)
  • A copy of your latest academic record
  • A copy of your certified matric results
  • Acceptance / admission letter from the University
HOW TO APPLY
  • Complete the application form, which is available on the CGS website (www.geoscience.org.za), and attach the required documents.
  • NB: Late submission and failure to submit the required documentation will lead to the disqualification of the application.
APPLY TODAY

CLOSING DATE:
The closing date for all applications is 23rd January 2026.

Complete the application form available on the Council for Geoscience website and ensure that all required supporting documents are attached. Applications must be fully completed, as incomplete or late submissions will not be considered.

Submission

Enquiries

  • All enquiries must be directed to [email protected] or Tel: 012 841 1106 / 1118. Please do not send bursary applications to this email, as it is meant for enquiries only. Correspondence will be limited to successful applicants.

Preference will be given to but not limited to previously disadvantaged applicants.