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SARAO Freestanding Honours Scholarships 2027 – Closing 31 August 2026
The SARAO Freestanding Honours Scholarships for 2027 are open for students pursuing selected Honours pathways in physics, astronomy, astrophysics, computer science and mathematics. The official application guide confirms a 31 August 2026 closing date. At a glance Sponsor/host: South African…
SARAO Freestanding Undergraduate Scholarships 2027 – Closing 14 August 2026
The SARAO Freestanding Undergraduate Scholarships for 2027 are open for students in selected BSc and BEng study pathways linked to radio astronomy, engineering and related scarce skills. The call opened on 1 June 2026 and applications close on 14 August…
IMESA Bursary 2027
The IMESA Bursary 2027 is open for students already registered for full-time study at a recognised tertiary institution in South Africa. The bursary is mainly for Civil Engineering, although other engineering disciplines may be considered at IMESA Executive Council’s discretion.…
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…
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- 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)