2027 MSc and PhD Research Opportunities in Astronomy

A set of MSc and PhD research projects offered by the Department of Astronomy at the University of Cape Town for 2027. Projects cover observational and theoretical topics (e.g. HI studies, galaxy evolution, magnetic fields) and may involve co-supervision or collaboration with the South African Astronomical Observatory (SAAO). Applicants must secure a prospective supervisor and arrange registration and funding before applying for bursaries.

Postgraduate scholarships/bursaries (NRF or SARAO) for research students; supervision and potential co-supervision or collaboration with SAAO researchers.

Candidates seeking MSc or PhD research projects; applicants should discuss qualifications and suitability with a prospective supervisor. Applicants requiring NRF or SARAO funding must ensure they qualify for that support by checking the relevant NRF/SARAO documents.

Contact the listed academic staff member for the project, send a CV and recent transcripts, discuss research and obtain supervisor agreement; if agreed, apply for NRF/SARAO bursaries via the NRF application portal (registration via ORCID) and provide the application ID and PDF to the supervisor for endorsement.