Swiss Lead Agency Funding Opportunity 2024
Supports master's and doctoral students in joint South Africa–Switzerland research projects, fostering international scientific collaboration and advancing national and bilateral research priorities.
Funder: National Research Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2026 (Call opening) | August 2026 (Full application closing) | August 2026 (DA submission closing)
Funding Amounts: Master's: up to R182,836/year (FCS); Doctoral: up to R188,820/year (FCS); typically 2 years (Master's) or 3 years (Doctoral); partial funding and device/assistive allowances available.
Summary: Supports collaborative research between South Africa and Switzerland for master's and doctoral students, fostering international scientific cooperation.
Key Information: All dates are anticipated/projected; applicants must check the NRF program page for updates.
Description
This funding opportunity supports master's and doctoral students engaged in collaborative research projects between South Africa and Switzerland under a lead-agency model. The program aims to foster international scientific cooperation, streamline application and review processes, and facilitate joint research aligned with national and bilateral priorities. Funding is administered by the National Research Foundation (NRF) and is part of the broader DSI-NRF Postgraduate Student Funding framework.
