Earth Systems Science Research Programme (ESSRP) 2025
The NRF Earth Systems Science Research Programme funds honours, master's, and doctoral research advancing multidisciplinary understanding of Earth's systems at South African public universities.
Funder: National Research Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2026: Full application / Applicant closing date | May 2026: DA (Designated Authority) institutional submission cut-off
Funding Amounts: Honours: R163,892/year (FCS), R124,892/year (PCS); Master's: R182,836/year (FCS), R126,836/year (PCS); Doctoral: R188,820/year (FCS), R131,320/year (PCS); duration: 1–3 years
Summary: Supports full-time honours, master's, and doctoral research in Earth systems science at South African public universities.
Key Information: All dates are projected; eligibility and funding rules may change—consult the program page for updates.
Description
The Earth Systems Science Research Programme (ESSRP) provides scholarships for honours, master's, and doctoral students engaging in research that advances understanding of Earth's systems and their interactions. The program is intended to foster innovative, multidisciplinary research aligned with national priorities in Earth systems science, supporting the development of the next generation of researchers in South Africa.
