{"id":14161,"date":"2024-11-12T04:15:00","date_gmt":"2024-11-12T04:15:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/collegeguide.co.za\/?p=14161"},"modified":"2024-11-12T04:15:00","modified_gmt":"2024-11-12T04:15:00","slug":"bongani-mayosi-national-health-scholars-programme-bm-nhsp-bursary-opened","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/forms24.co.za\/data\/bongani-mayosi-national-health-scholars-programme-bm-nhsp-bursary-opened\/","title":{"rendered":"Bongani Mayosi National Health Scholars Programme (BM-NHSP) Bursary Opened"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Bongani Mayosi National Health Scholars Programme (BM-NHSP) has opened its 2026 Bursary opprotunity and is inviting all PHD students and all interested applicants to apply.<\/p><div id=\"forms-1635442458\" class=\"forms-atf forms-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;margin-bottom: 20px;\"><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-9198760278752355\"\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\n<!-- Responsive ads atf -->\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\n     style=\"display:block\"\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-9198760278752355\"\n     data-ad-slot=\"8381596201\"\n     data-ad-format=\"auto\"\n     data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script>\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n<\/script><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Bongani Mayosi National Health Scholars Programme (BM-NHSP) is an initiative by the National Health Research Committee (NHRC) which aims to fund the train 1000 PhDs students over the next decade, in the health and clinical research.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Below are the requirements to consider before you apply:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>ENDING DATE<\/strong>: This bursary will end on <strong>15 November 2026.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>LOCATION<\/strong>: South Africa<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>BURSARY REQUIREMENTS:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Below are the requirements to consider when applying for this bursary program:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>You must be a South African citizen OR a South African permanent resident<\/li><li>You must have completed a MBChB or a Master\u2019s degree qualification<\/li><li>You must intend on pursuing PhD studies, at any recognised university in South Africa, in 2026<\/li><li>You must have a fully developed research proposal for PhD study, that has been accepted by your University<\/li><li>You must be currently registered at the university where your degree will be awarded<\/li><li>Your research project must be in line with the priority research areas and fields listed above<\/li><li>You must have written commitment of participation, from an experienced research supervisor at your University, who is willing to train you until your degree is complete<\/li><li>You must have the following available to conduct the PhD research project: research funding, infrastructure and environment<\/li><li>You must NOT receive any funding through another RCD scholarship programme<\/li><li>You must read and agree to all of the scholarship conditions, on the application form below<\/li><li>Preference will be given to candidates from designated groups, Universities, and or under researched priority research niches<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>BURSARY COVERAGE:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This funding opportunity targets health professionals in the following areas: Biomedical Engineers, Dentists and other Oral Health specialists, Dieticians, Medical Scientists, Occupational Therapists, Optometrists and Opticians, Pharmacists, Physiotherapists, Psychologists, Professional Nurses, Speech therapists and Audiologists, who are in the&nbsp;<strong>1st year of PhD study, specialising in these research fields<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Biostatistics<\/li><li>Data Science<\/li><li>Digital Health<\/li><li>Demography<\/li><li>Epidemiology<\/li><li>Health Economics<\/li><li>Genomics\/ Bioinformatics<\/li><li>Microbiology\/ Virology and Immunology<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>METHOD OF APPLICATION<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are the steps to follow  in other to apply:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">1) Complete the online application:&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSfcM2eXEqCQ7E73JWsacLGYzBriXSjz9w5MRcZv5HfboG_56A\/viewform\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bongani Mayosi National Health Scholars Programme (BM-NHSP) Application<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">2) Download and complete the&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zabursaries.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Bongani-Mayosi-National-Health-Scholarship-Application-Form.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bongani Mayosi National Health Scholars Programme (BM-NHSP) Application<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;(.pdf)<br>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">3) Submit clear copies of the following supporting documents, via email to:\u00a0<strong><a href=\"mailto:%20Lindokuhle.Ndlandla@mrc.ac.za\">Lindokuhle.Ndlandla@mrc.ac.za<\/a><\/strong><br>(Insert the words \u201cBM-NHSP Application 2026\u201d in the email subject line).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Please consider adding below documents when applying:<\/p><div id=\"forms-3587066628\" class=\"forms-content forms-entity-placement\"><div style=\"width: 300px; padding: 20px; margin: 0 auto; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 8px; background-color: #f9f9f9; text-align: center; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\">\r\n    <p style=\"font-size: 16px; margin: 0 0 10px;\">Need Information or Confused about Something ? <\/p>\r\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/onlineapplications.co.za\/ask\/\" style=\"display: inline-block; padding: 10px 20px; background-color: #007BFF; color: #fff; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 4px; transition: background-color 0.3s;\">Ask a Question<\/a>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div><div id=\"forms-3585455513\" class=\"forms-btf forms-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;margin-bottom: 20px;\"><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-9198760278752355\"\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\n<!-- Responsive ads btf -->\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\n     style=\"display:block\"\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-9198760278752355\"\n     data-ad-slot=\"5513273173\"\n     data-ad-format=\"auto\"\n     data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script>\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n<\/script><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Completed Application form<\/li><li>South African ID document (certified by a Commissioner of Oath)<\/li><li>Motivational letter demonstrating your suitability for the programme and how receiving the award will positively impact your career (1 page)<\/li><li>Abridged Curriculum Vitae with a full list of research outputs within the last 5 years, as well as other meritorious achievements<\/li><li>Official letter stating first date of registration for the degree to be funded<\/li><li>Proof of ethics clearance<\/li><li>Support letter outlining availability of research funding or running cost<\/li><li>Abstract of the PhD proposal, aligned with the priority research areas, outlining the following: rationale, design, feasibility, plans for research translation, information dissemination and potential impact of the proposed research project (2 pages)<\/li><li>Official letter of approval of your research proposal<\/li><li>Letter from host institution detailing your career plan after completing the PhD (1 page)<\/li><li>Supervisor\u2019s abridged track record with publications, grants and experience in research supervision of PhD students, and signed commitment form (3 pages)<\/li><li>Most recent payslip (not older than 3 months)<\/li><\/ul>\n<div id=\"forms-372503666\" class=\"forms-cpc forms-entity-placement\"><hr>\n<h1>Did You Know : Top 15 Free Online Learning Platforms<\/h1>\n\n<ol>\n  <li>\n    <strong>Free Online Education Degrees : Coursera:<\/strong>\n    <p>Coursera partners with universities and organizations worldwide to offer a wide range of courses. While many courses are free, a fee is often required for certification.<\/p>\n  <\/li>\n\n  <li>\n    <strong>Free Online Education Degrees: edX:<\/strong>\n    <p>Founded by MIT and Harvard, edX offers high-quality courses from top universities and institutions around the world. Certificates are available for a fee.<\/p>\n  <\/li>\n\n  <li>\n    <strong>Free Online Education Degrees : Khan Academy:<\/strong>\n    <p>Khan Academy provides free educational content in various subjects, especially mathematics and science, using instructional videos and practice exercises.<\/p>\n  <\/li>\n\n  <li>\n    <strong>Free Online Education Degrees : Udacity:<\/strong>\n    <p>Udacity focuses on tech-related courses and nanodegree programs, offering free content as well as more in-depth paid programs.<\/p>\n  <\/li>\n\n  <li>\n    <strong>Free Online Education Degrees : MIT OpenCourseWare (OCW):<\/strong>\n    <p>MIT OCW provides a vast array of MIT's course content for free, covering a wide range of disciplines.<\/p>\n  <\/li>\n\n  <li>\n    <strong>Free Online Education Degrees : Harvard Extension School:<\/strong>\n    <p>Harvard Extension School offers a selection of free online courses. While some courses are free, others may require payment for a certificate.<\/p>\n  <\/li>\n\n  <li>\n    <strong>Free Online Education Degrees: Stanford Online:<\/strong>\n    <p>Stanford Online offers a variety of free courses in different disciplines, including computer science, engineering, and business.<\/p>\n  <\/li>\n\n  <li>\n    <strong>Best Free Online Courses : Carnegie Mellon Open Learning Initiative (OLI):<\/strong>\n    <p>OLI offers free online courses and resources designed to improve learning outcomes through research-based methodologies.<\/p>\n  <\/li>\n\n  <li>\n    <strong>Best Free Online Courses : FutureLearn:<\/strong>\n    <p>FutureLearn partners with universities and institutions to offer a diverse range of free online courses. Certificates are available for a fee.<\/p>\n  <\/li>\n\n  <li>\n    <strong>Best Free Online Courses: Alison:<\/strong>\n    <p>Alison offers a wide range of free online courses, including diploma and certificate programs, covering various subjects.<\/p>\n  <\/li>\n\n  <li>\n    <strong>Best Free Online Courses: Open Yale Courses:<\/strong>\n    <p>Yale University provides free access to a selection of introductory courses through Open Yale Courses.<\/p>\n  <\/li>\n\n  <li>\n    <strong>Best Free Online Courses : UC Berkeley Online:<\/strong>\n    <p>UC Berkeley offers free online courses on a variety of subjects, ranging from computer science to humanities.<\/p>\n  <\/li>\n\n  <li>\n    <strong>Best Free Online Courses  : Google Digital Garage:<\/strong>\n    <p>Google Digital Garage provides free courses on digital skills, including online marketing, data analysis, and more.<\/p>\n  <\/li>\n\n  <li>\n    <strong>Best Free Online Courses : Codecademy:<\/strong>\n    <p>Codecademy offers free coding courses, interactive exercises, and coding projects to help individuals learn programming languages.<\/p>\n  <\/li>\n\n  <li>\n    <strong>Best Free Online Courses : LinkedIn Learning (formerly Lynda.com):<\/strong>\n    <p>LinkedIn Learning provides a variety of video courses on professional development, technology, and creative skills. It offers a free trial period.<\/p>\n  <\/li>\n<\/ol><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Bongani Mayosi National Health Scholars Programme (BM-NHSP) has opened its 2026 Bursary opprotunity and is inviting all PHD students and all interested applicants to apply. The Bongani Mayosi National Health Scholars Programme (BM-NHSP) is an initiative by the National Health Research Committee (NHRC) which aims to fund the train 1000 PhDs students over the &#8230; <a title=\"Bongani Mayosi National Health Scholars Programme (BM-NHSP) Bursary Opened\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/forms24.co.za\/data\/bongani-mayosi-national-health-scholars-programme-bm-nhsp-bursary-opened\/\" aria-label=\"Read more about Bongani Mayosi National Health Scholars Programme (BM-NHSP) Bursary Opened\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-14161","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-general"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/forms24.co.za\/data\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14161","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/forms24.co.za\/data\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/forms24.co.za\/data\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/forms24.co.za\/data\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/forms24.co.za\/data\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=14161"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/forms24.co.za\/data\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14161\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/forms24.co.za\/data\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=14161"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/forms24.co.za\/data\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=14161"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/forms24.co.za\/data\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=14161"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}