Master’s by Research in Statistics Scholarship (biostatistics and infectious disease modelling)
Candidates need a strong background in statistics or biostatistics at honours level or equivalent; priority is given to people working with public health, health or agriculture institutions.
Open · closes 31 Oct 2026
Scholarship KwaZulu-Natal
Applications close 31 October 2026
Application deadline; study commences in the 2027 academic year.
About
A full scholarship for full-time research toward a Master of Science in Statistics at the University of KwaZulu-Natal. The research focus is biostatistics and infectious disease modelling, and the programme can last up to two years, starting in the 2027 academic year.
What it covers
Full scholarship
- Full scholarship for full-time study toward the Master of Science in Statistics by research
Who can apply
Strong background in statistics or biostatistics at honours level or equivalent
Priority for candidates currently working with National Public Health Institutes, Ministries of Health, Agriculture or equivalent institutions in their countries
How to apply
- 1See the attached Statistics master's opportunity PDF for application requirements and processes.
Sources
Official sourceFORTRESS-SSA consortium / University of KwaZulu-NatalChecked against notice.ukzn.ac.za on 29 Oct 2026. Govnet is independent — always confirm with the provider.