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PSG Bursary Programme 2027
The PSG Bursary Programme 2027 is open for academically strong South African students who need financial support to complete final-year undergraduate or postgraduate study. The current intake supports selected science, engineering and commerce disciplines and provides a pathway into PSG’s…
Afrimat Nkomati Anthracite Bursary 2027 (closing soon)
Afrimat Nkomati Anthracite has opened a 2027 bursary opportunity for students in Mining Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering and Chemistry. The programme is aimed at students already registered for an eligible diploma or degree, with preference given to applicants from…
Emeris Scholarships 2027
The Emeris Scholarships 2027 are open for academically strong South African students applying for undergraduate or postgraduate study at Emeris. Scholarship applications opened on 5 May 2026 and close on 30 September 2026. At a glance Sponsor/host: Emeris, an educational…
SANSOR Postgraduate Bursary
The South African National Seed Organization (SANSOR) Postgraduate Bursary 2027 is open for South African postgraduate students whose research can contribute to the seed industry. At a glance Sponsor/host: South African National Seed Organization (SANSOR) Opportunity type: Postgraduate research bursary…
FAME Week Africa x SAE Institute Student Pitching Competition & Bursary 2027
FAME Week Africa, in partnership with SAE Institute South Africa, is inviting aspiring young South African creatives to enter its Student Pitching Competition & Bursary. Entrants must submit an original idea for a film, television series or micro-drama. Up to…
Sage External Bursary 2027
The Sage External Bursary 2027 is open through StudyTrust for South African students in selected technology, engineering, commerce and finance-related fields. The 2027 application season runs from 1 June to 30 September 2026. At a glance Sponsor/host: Sage South Africa,…
HP Inc Bursary 2027
The HP Inc Bursary 2027 is open through StudyTrust for South African students enrolled in undergraduate Computer Science or Engineering degrees at public higher-education institutions. Applications for the 2027 cycle close on 30 September 2026. At a glance Sponsor/host: HP…
AWS Skills Development Bursary 2027
The AWS Skills Development Bursary 2027 is open through StudyTrust for South African students pursuing selected undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications linked to technology, commerce, education and engineering. The 2027 application season runs from 1 June to 30 September 2026. At…
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Be sure to check out these useful resources, for more information and guidance.
- Bursaries Resources and Guides
- Bursary Application Submissions – Combined “One PDF” Pack
- Bursary Interview Questions – 30 Questions + Answer Patterns
- Student CV (No Experience) – One-Page Template for Bursaries
- Bursary Reference Letter – Request Script + Template
- Affidavit for Bursary Applications – Templates + How to Get It Done
- Why Do You Deserve This Bursary? – 3 Answer Structures + Examples
- Bursary Motivation Letter – 5 Typical Templates (Copy + Edit)
- Bursary Application Checklist – The One-Folder Method (2026/2027)