SANBI Biological Invasion Bursary

The SANBI Biological Invasion Bursary is a fantastic opportunity to pursue your research goals while contributing to the fight against invasive species.

This prestigious bursary, offered by the South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI), supports students undertaking postgraduate studies in fields related to biological invasions.

About the SANBI Biological Invasion Bursary

The SANBI Biological Invasion Bursary aims to empower postgraduate students who are dedicated to understanding and managing invasive species in South Africa.

This bursary supports research projects that address critical issues such as:

  1. Identifying and monitoring invasive species.
  2. Investigating the ecological and socio-economic impacts of invasions.
  3. Developing and testing control and management strategies.
  4. Promoting public awareness and education about invasive species.

By supporting these talented researchers, the SANBI bursary plays a vital role in protecting South Africa’s rich biodiversity and ecosystems from the detrimental effects of invasive plants and animals.

SANBI Biological Invasion Bursary Application Form

If you’re interested in applying for the SANBI Biological Invasion Bursary, you can find all the necessary information on the SANBI website.

You must download the SANBI Biological Invasions Bursary Cover Sheet. This document outlines the application requirements and provides space for you to fill in your details.

You will also need to submit a one-page project outline for Honours applications or a two-page outline for Masters and Doctoral applications, along with your full CV, letters of reference from two academic supervisors, statements of support from your prospective academic supervisor and a SANBI staff member, certified copies of your academic record, highest degree, and ID.

Combine all documents into a single PDF file and ensure the file size is less than 20MB.

SSend your completed application package via email to both students@sanbi.org.za and sanbi.dbi.bursaries@gmail.com. Include “SANBI Biological Invasions Bursaries Application 2024” in the subject line.

Applications for the 2024 SANBI Biological Invasion Bursary are currently closed.

The next application window will likely open in late 2024 or early 2025 so be sure to check the SANBI website for updates and deadlines.

The SANBI Biological Invasion Bursary Requirements

In order for you to be eligible for the SANBI Biological Invasion Bursary, you must meet all of the following requirements:

  1. Be a South African citizen.
  2. Be registered to study towards a postgraduate (Honours, Masters, or Doctoral) qualification in a field related to biological invasions at a recognized South African university.
  3. Demonstrate enthusiasm and commitment to conducting research that contributes to the understanding and management of biological invasions in South Africa.
  4. Have a strong academic record.

The SANBI Biological Invasion Bursary Closing Date

As mentioned earlier, the application deadline for the 2024 SANBI Biological Invasion Bursary has passed. It ended on 3 November 2023 at 16:00 PM.

However, for future reference, applications typically close in December of each year.

Make sure to mark your calendar and submit your application well before the deadline to avoid disappointment.

For any further inquiries about the SANBI Biological Invasion Bursary, you can contact SANBI via email at r.dutoit@sanbi.org.za or  jrwilson@sun.ac.za. You can also visit the SANBI website for more information