2026 NRF Blockchain Technology Scholarship

Sponsor

National Research Foundation (NRF), South Africa DSI/NRF/Switzerland Bilateral Chair

Closing date

15/06/2025 5:00 pm

Overview/Details

This scholarship is offered by the South Africa (DSI/NRF)/Switzerland Bilateral Chair for PhD and MSc studies in Blockchain Technology, beginning in the 2026 academic year. It aims to develop expertise in blockchain innovation and support postgraduate studies with full or partial funding.

Master’s Degree:

Full funding: R175,795 per annum (2 years) + R20,000 for a study device
Partial funding: R118,795 per annum (2 years)

PhD Degree:

Full funding: R182,318 per annum (3 years) + R20,000 for a study device
Partial funding: R107,318 per annum (3 years)

Requirements

Applicants must:

Have a background in Engineering, Management, ICT, or Science
Have achieved at least 65% in their previous degree
Be 32 years or younger for PhD applications and 30 years or younger for Master’s applications
Belong to a designated group (African, Coloured, or Indian)
If selected, complete a follow-up application through the NRF portal under the SARChI Chair’s support

Location

South Africa

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2026 NRF Blockchain Technology Scholarship

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Location

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