Master your research.
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Research fellowships

4–24 weeks

5 reasons research fellowships are for you

Contribute to research
abroad and get published
Complete your thesis
or dissertation
Get guidance from
expert supervisors
Gain access to
data sets
Live on a remote
research station

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Everyone’s invited. Get up to 80% of your program fees covered.

GVI Foundation Grants are now available for conservation programs abroad. Up to ZAR 100,000 based on your motivation and circumstances. Apply by 31 Oct.

Finish your thesis, dissertation or research paper

1
Collect data in
remote habitats
2
Conduct research through
different techniques
3
Analyse data and
interpret results
4
Present findings in
report and presentation

Choose between two types of research projects

Flagship research project
Contribute to existing, ongoing research projects and assist GVI and our partners with general conservation monitoring efforts.
Independent research project
Complete your studies by conducting your own research that aligns with the topics and data that GVI and our partners have available.

Backed by science

Contribute to a 25-year legacy of scientific research by gaining access to GVI’s exclusive data sets and expertise.
View our publications on Google Scholar.
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Dissertation
South Africa

Examining the optimal winter strategy for avian species in Karongwe private game reserve.

Scientific paper
Costa Rica

Observations of king vulture scavenging at green turtle carcasses in Tortuguero National Park.

Research paper
Fiji

Effects of nature-based tourism and environmental drivers on the demography of a dolphin pod.

Dissertation
Seychelles

Studying the spatial distribution of aldabra giant tortoises on the Curieuse island.

Research paper
Costa Rica

Studying first record of jaguar predation on loggerhead sea turtles in Tortuguero National Park.

Citation
Seychelles

Studying the effect of protection on the size and distribution of Grouper fish.

Dissertation
South Africa

Examining the optimal winter strategy for avian species in Karongwe private game reserve.

Scientific paper
Costa Rica

Observations of king vulture scavenging at green turtle carcasses in Tortuguero National Park.

Research paper
Fiji

Effects of nature-based tourism and environmental drivers on the demography of a dolphin pod.

Dissertation
Seychelles

Studying the spatial distribution of aldabra giant tortoises on the Curieuse island.

Research paper
Costa Rica

Studying first record of jaguar predation on loggerhead sea turtles in Tortuguero National Park.

Citation
Seychelles

Studying the effect of protection on the size and distribution of Grouper fish.

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Cutting edge science. Published
research. Maximum impact.

Dr Vardhan Patankar
GVI Conservation Impact Director
  • PhD, Conservation Biology.
  • MSc Marine Sciences
  • Author, co-author and cited in over 400 academic papers.
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Guided by expert supervisors

Dr Michael Musgrave

PhD in Sustainable Development, University of St Andrews.

Dr Musgrave has been researching, teaching and working in wildlife conservation for over 20 years. A milestone moment in his career, is the work he’s done for African Parks, to develop an innovative conservation project, serving 16 national parks and its surrounding communities. He is currently a senior consultant for community conservation and carbon monetisation.

Dr Vardhan Patankar

PhD in Coral Reef Ecology and Conservation Biology, Madurai Kamaraj University

Dr Patankar has extensive experience in a range of applied studies in marine systems – including socio-ecological resilience, illegal marine trade, protected areas, dugongs, dolphins and coconut crabs. He is currently the Impact Director at GVI where he designs and implements conservation project impact frameworks, processes and policies.

Dr Gabrielle Johnson

PhD in Marine Science, University of California.

Dr Johnson is a senior international marine program manager and conservation education specialist. With more than 15 years of experience, she has worked on various impactful marine conservation projects across the globe. During her career, she has collaborated with National Geographic, PADI and the Charles Darwin Foundation.

Stand out from the crowd

Conservation skills
  • Survey techniques
  • Climate change impact
  • Fauna and flora identification
  • Biodiversity and ecology
Leadership skills
  • Project management
  • Critical thinking
  • Resilience
  • Time management
Soft skills
  • Cultural awareness
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Communication
  • Teamwork

Raise your academic profile

When you complete an internship  of 12+ weeks, we guarantee you’ll secure an impact-driven position within 18 months (or we’ll return 50% of your program fee). View our career guarantee.

Research Fellowship
Program Certificate
Subject Area
Foundation Certificate
Leading Teams for
Impact Certificate
Careers in Sustainable
Development Certificate
Research Fellowship
Program Certificate
Subject Area
Foundation Certificate
Leading Teams for
Impact Certificate
Careers in Sustainable
Development Certificate
You'll also get:
  • Weekly group sessions
  • Research supervisor guidance
  • Research fellowship training
  • Job portal access
  • Career coaching sessions
  • Career course
  • LinkedIn reference
Remote
locations.
Rare species. Exclusive access.

Mahe, Seychelles

Kekoldi, Costa Rica

Karongwe, South Africa
4–24 weeks
Virtual
internships

Work remotely on real projects for conservation partners.

2-12 weeks
Internships

Get broad exposure to a variety of conservation initiatives.

24 weeks
Professional
apprenticeships

Get a three month placement to work for a conservation partner.

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