Training Opportunities and Webinars
Thuthuka Call Announcement and Grant Writing Workshop 2026/27
The call for applications for the Thuthuka Funding Instrument 2026/27 is now open. Kindly consult the attached funding guideline document and Framework for your information and convenience.
UFS internal closing date: 10 April 2026
The Thuthuka funding instrument aims to develop human capital and improve the research capacities of researchers and scholars. This funding instrument also supports the advancement of individuals from master’s to doctoral level in all fields of research and grants are awarded for well-structured research projects that demonstrate the prudent use of funds.
Thuhutka webinar
Resources for uploading an NIH grant application
The National Institute of Health (NIH) provides helpful resources to guide applicants through the grant submission process. These include:
- A step by step video guide. Watch this user-friendly video: Eight Steps to submitting a National Institute of Health (NIH) grant application using ASSIST
- Samples of successful applications and documents. Access examples of successful applications and supporting documents here
Contact us
Eleanor van der Westhuizen
Assistant Director: Grants Management
T: +27 51 401 7077
E: VdwestHD@ufs.ac.za
Thabi Mosoetsa
Officer: Grants Management
T: +27 51 401 7708
E: MosoetsaT@ufs.ac.za
Johannes Brill Building, First Floor, Bloemfontein Campus