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PSSA Foundation for Pharmaceutical Education Undergraduate Bursary 2027
The Pharmaceutical Society of South Africa, through the Foundation for Pharmaceutical Education, is accepting applications for undergraduate pharmacy bursaries for 2027. The bursary is aimed at students studying pharmacy at recognised South African institutions from second year onwards. At a…
IDC External Bursary Scheme 2027
The Industrial Development Corporation is inviting applications for its IDC External Bursary Scheme for the 2027 academic year. This full-time study bursary supports financially needy South African students in selected finance, management, STEM, law and limited honours fields. At a…
ISFAP Bursary Programme 2027
ISFAP is accepting applications for 2027 funding for eligible South African students in the missing-middle income band. The programme supports approved first-year undergraduate studies at selected public tertiary institutions and in qualifications linked to occupations of high demand. At a…
Jones and Wagener Bursary 2027
Jones & Wagener is inviting applications for its bursary programme for South African students in engineering and related environmental fields. The bursary is suited to Grade 12 learners and current tertiary students with strong Mathematics and Physical Science results. At…
Gallagher Foundation Scholarship South Africa 2027
The Gallagher Foundation is accepting applications for its 2027 South Africa scholarship cycle. This is a full undergraduate scholarship for academically strong South African applicants who plan to begin first-year study at the University of Cape Town in 2027. At…
Western Cape Government Health and Wellness Full-Time Bursary Programme 2027
The Western Cape Government: Health and Wellness is inviting unemployed Western Cape residents to apply for its Full-Time Bursary Programme for the 2027 academic year. The programme provides financial support for selected health science qualifications linked to the province’s healthcare…
Valterra Platinum Engineering Bursary Programme 2027
Valterra Platinum is accepting applications for its Engineering Bursary Programme for students in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronic or Electronic Engineering. The programme supports first-year and final-year students who meet the academic and study-field requirements. At a glance Sponsor/host: Valterra Platinum Opportunity…
Valterra Platinum Geotechnical Rock Engineering Bursary Programme 2027
Valterra Platinum is inviting final-year Mining Engineering or Geology students to apply for its Geotechnical / Rock Engineering bursary programme for Honours study in 2027. This opportunity is aimed at students who want to build a career in geotechnical or…
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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)