Quick Overview
Bursary Description
About the CING Scholarship
This is a postgraduate scholarship for international students. It's offered for Master of Science (MSc) and some PhD studies in Cyprus.
The programme supports studies in neuroscience, genetics, and related biomedical fields. Applications are currently available for the 2026–2027 academic year. Funding is provided through a tuition waiver and a monthly stipend.
About the Cyprus Institue of Neurology and Genetics
The Cyprus Ministry of Foreign Affairs manages international education and scholarship programmes. CMFA supports academic exchange opportunities for foreign students.
The Cyprus Institute of Neurology and Genetics is a postgraduate research and training institution. CING focuses on neuroscience, genetics, and biomedical sciences.
Together, the institutions offer postgraduate scholarship opportunities for international students in science-related fields.
Eligible Fields of Study
Scholarships are available for the following MSc programmes at CING:
- Molecular Medicine
- Medical Genetics
- Neuroscience
- Biotechnology
CING has 8 programmes that you can apply for, given you meet the requirements:
- MSc in Molecular Medicine
- MSc in Medical Genetics
- MSc in Neuroscience
- MSc in Biotechnology
- PhD in Molecular Medicine
- PhD in Medical Genetics
- PhD in Neuroscience
What the CING Scholarship Offers
The postgraduate scholarship provides successful candidates with full tuition and a stipend that's as follows:
- Full tuition fee waiver (valued at approximately €8 000 (R156 189.44) based on academic merit and admission requirements.
- Monthly stipend of up to €1 000 (R19 523.68) for 12 months to assist with accommodation and living expenses in Cyprus.
How to Apply for the PhD/MSc Scholarship?
Interested candidates can apply online via the online portal of CING. A fee of €40 (approximately R781.89) per selected program is applicable. so, if you're applying for 3 programmes, you will pay €120 (R2 345.68).
The Cyprus Institute of Neurology and Genetics set out a rule of guideines to help you with your online applicatio, find them below.
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Requirements & Eligibility
Who Can Apply for the CING Scholarship 2026/27?
To study with the institute, you have to meet the following:
- Be South African citizens and residents.
- Hold a recognised bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
- Meet English language proficiency requirements (e.g., IELTS Academic, TOEFL iBT, or equivalent).
- Provide two academic references.
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How to Apply
Application Method: Online
