Fellowships

The Training Programme at CAPRISA aims to strengthen the science base for HIV/AIDs research in South Africa by offering two avenues to students and graduates to participate in the programme. The CAPRISA fellowship programme and the Clinical Research Placement Programme.

This comprehensive training programme has created a critical mass of trainees at CAPRISA which has enabled the establishment of excellent peer-support and an intellectually richer training experience. Since the inception of the programme in 2003, 702 students have participated in the fellowship programme and 792 clinician students in the Research placement programme. 

Learn with CAPRISA

The Fellowship Programme was established with the aim of developing the next generation of South African and more broadly, African scientists and providing an opportunity for international students from partnering institutions to join this flagship programme.

The CAPRISA Fellowship Programme aims to attract students with an excellent academic track record and a strong interest in Health Sciences, Public Health and Medicine with special emphasis in HIV/AIDS and TB research.

The Fellowship Programme's objectives are to:

  • invest in the next generation of scientists.
  • afford the opportunity to work and exchange ideas with experienced researchers in HIV/AIDS and TB.
  • engage in cutting edge trans-disciplinary research.
  • deepen understanding about HIV pathogenesis, prevention and treatment.
  • help strengthen research skills.
  • train in the disciplines that support the research activities.

Research Placement Programme

This placement programme is reserved for medical students (MBChB), registered with the University of KwaZulu-Natal and have a strong interest in clinical research.

The objectives of the placement programme are to:

  • provide students with the opportunity to develop skills and expertise in a research environment
  • motivate students to become involved in HIV/AIDS and TB research

How to apply

APPLY FOR FELLOWSHIPS:
Download the relevant application form and guidelines for your chosen programme below:

Pre-doctoral and Post-Doctoral Fellowships
CAPRISA DSI-NRF Centre of Excellence in HIV Prevention Fellowships 2026

Accompanying documentation and information
Fellowship guidelines
Centre of Excellence (CoE) in HIV Prevention Fellowship Application Form
Pre & Postdoctoral Fellowship Application Form
NRF - Recognised Higher Education Institutions

CAPRISA Clinical Research Placement Programme
Research placement guidelines
Research placement application form
If you still require any further assistance, please contact the Training Programme Co-ordinator, Ms Sma Mzobe at sma.mzobe@caprisa.org

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