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Cenfri 2016 Masters degree Bursaries

Editor — Fri, 05 Feb 2016 19:18:57 +0000

Are you a postgraduate student currently pursuing your masters degree or planning to study towards a maters in Economics or a related study field? The Centre for Financial Regulation & Inclusion (Centri), a non-profit think tank based in Cape Town, is inviting application from South African citizens or permanent residents for its 2016 Master’s bursaries. The bursaries are for Master’s degrees in Economics or related fields and can be held together with other funding such as university bursaries or NRF funding, as long as there are no work back clauses in those bursaries. The bursaries’ value is R25,000 per bursary.

What are the requirements?

To be considered for the Cenfri 2016 Bursaries, you have to meet the following requirements:

SA citizens or permanent SA residents only
Current Masters student in good standing with the University
Currently completing Master’s degree in Economics or related fields
Advanced English language skills (verbal and written)
Demonstrated interest in the field of development economics and financial sector development
Good quantitative and analytical skills
A strong interest in research-related activities.

How to apply?

To apply for the 2016 Cenfri Bursaries (and to get more information) CLICK HERE

Closing date: Unspecified

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CSIR Cambridge Doctoral Scholarship 2014

Editor — Sun, 20 Oct 2013 17:17:05 +0000

South Africa’s scientific and industrial research powerhouse, the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), together with the Cambridge Commonwealth, European and International Trust (CCEIT), are inviting prospective doctoral students to apply for the CSIR South Africa Cambridge Scholarship for 2014. The scholarships gives up-and-coming researchers an opportunity to be trained and gain experience at one of the world’s best educational institutions – Cambridge University.

What are the requirements for the CSIR South Africa Cambridge Scholarship?

To be considered for this scholarship you have to meet the following requirements:

You have to be a South African citizen;
Intending to pursue a PhD degree in science, engineering or technology;
You have to be accepted to study towards the PhD at the University of Cambridge;

How to apply for this scholarship?

To apply for for this scholarship, please apply for admission to study at the University of Cambridge by clicking here (CLOSING DATE 3 December 2013).

Those accepted for admission will be considered for this scholarship.
Final selection of scholarship receipients will be made jointly by the CSIR and CCEIT.

Please note the following:

Successful candidates will be funded (academically, travel between SA and UK, and a small stipend) for a period of 3-years.

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Msc Studentship Opportunities | NMISA

Editor — Sat, 07 Sep 2013 11:35:19 +0000

The NMISA has postgraduate opportunities for students who would like to pursue a research career at a national metrology institute.

The Organic Analysis Laboratory has an opportunity for post-graduate studies in the certification of reference materials. The laboratory is currently involved in characterization and validation work for the SI-traceable, accurate value-assignment of multiple mycotoxins in maize. Matrix reference materials are used by routine testing laboratories to assess the accuracy of their analytical methods and in proficiency testing schemes.

(1) MSc Chemistry

Subject area: Analytical (Organic) Chemistry: The development of a maize reference material, using various sample preparation and instrumental analysis techniques, including liquid chromatography – tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) and liquid chromatography coupled to UV and fluorescence spectrophotometric detectors (LC-UV/FLD).

Minimum requirements

BSc HONS (Chemistry or Biochemistry) with experience or in-depth knowledge of instrumental analysis (liquid chromatography and/ or mass spectrometry) and extraction techniques such as liquid-liquid extraction and solid phase extraction. Academic qualifications should have a minimum achievement level of 60%.

Tuition fees will be covered by the NMISA and the successful student will receive R 120 000 per annum.

Please note: The NMISA subscribes to and applies the principles prescribed by the Employment Equity Act. Preference will be given to candidates who meet the requirements and who will add to the cultural and gender diversity of the organisation.

How to apply

Interested and suitably qualified persons may forward a comprehensive CV and scanned copies of qualifications as well as ID to Human Resources at [email protected] or fax (012) 841 2131.Clearly indicate which position you are applying for. Closing date for applications: 30 September 2013.

Only South Africa citizens will be considered. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only.

By applying for this position at the NMISA, the applicant understands, consents and agrees that the NMISA may solicit a credit and criminal report from a registered credit bureau and/or the SAP in relation to positions that require trust and honesty and/or entails the handling of cash or finances and may also verify the applicant’s educational qualifications and employment history.

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