Council for Geoscience Bursary
The Council for Geoscience (CGS) is inviting University students to apply for a full-time CGS bursary for the 2025 academic year. The objective of the CGS bursary is to create, enhance and support expertise in the geosciences and related technical fields.
In this blog post, we will cover everything you need to know about the CGS Bursary for 2025, including who can apply, what the bursary covers, the application process, and key deadlines. Let's dive in!
Council for Geoscience Bursary Programme 2025
About the Council for Geoscience Bursary:
The Council for Geoscience (CGS) is South Africa’s national institution responsible for generating, storing, and disseminating geoscientific knowledge. The CGS plays a crucial role in promoting the sustainable use of the country’s earth resources, managing geological hazards, and supporting economic development through scientific research and services.
As part of its commitment to advancing geoscience education in South Africa, CGS offers bursaries to deserving students every year. These bursaries are aimed at producing a new generation of highly skilled geoscientists who can contribute to South Africa’s development and the advancement of scientific knowledge.
FIELD OF STUDY
The council for geoscience bursary programme for the 2025 academic year is open to students who are pursuing or want to pursue an undergraduate/postgraduate qualification in the following fields:
- Geology
- Mineral Economics
- Engineering Geology
- Mining seismology
- Geophysics
- Geochronology
- Hydrogeology (focus on groundwater modelling)
- Geomagnetism
- Geochemistry
- Paleontology
- Economic Geology
- Geotechnical Investigations
- Environmental Science
- Marine Geology
- Geo-Informatics
- Seismology
- Remote Sensing
- Geohazards
- Computational Geosciences
- Environmental Geology
- Exploration Geology
- Other related geoscience disciplines
The bursary covers:
- Registration and tuition fees
- Accommodation/Transport allowance
- Prescribed Books
- Meals
- Field excursions and analysis
- Once-off laptop allowance for first-time
REQUIREMENTS FOR THE COUNCIL FOR GEOSCIENCE BURSARY
- Be a South African citizen
- Not employed
- Available for vocational work during studies and work back upon completion of studies, when required.
- Enrolled full-time at a South African institution of higher learning for the 2025 academic year.
- For students currently at an institution of higher learning, must have passed all the modules of the previous year/semester.
COUNCIL FOR GEOSCIENCE BURSARY REQUIRED 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 letter by the University
A guide to apply for the Council for Geoscience Bursary for the 2025 academic year
Follow these simple steps to complete your CGS Bursary application for 2025:
- Download the Council for Geoscience Bursary Application Form
- Fill in your personal information
- Fill in your education details
- Attach supporting documents
- Email your completed application form to this email address: [email protected] with the reference "BursaryFT-2025" on the subject.
COUNCIL FOR GEOSCIENCE CLOSING DATE:
The closing date for the Council for Geoscience for the 2025 academic year is 21 March 2025. All prospective applicants are encouraged to submit their complete applications before this deadline, as late submissions will not be considered under any circumstances.
CONTACT DETAILS:
All enquiries should be directed to: For any queries contact Council for Geoscience:
Email: [email protected]
Tel: 012 841 1106/1118.
PLEASE DO NOT SEND YOUR BURSARY APPLICATION TO THIS EMAIL, IT IS MEANT FOR ENQUIRIES ONLY.
NB: Correspondence will be limited to successful applicants.
Final Thoughts
The Council for Geoscience Bursary 2025 is an excellent opportunity for South African students who are passionate about earth sciences and want to make a difference in their communities and the world. If you meet the criteria and are committed to a career in geosciences, apply now and take the first step toward a brighter future.
