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South African National Space Agency (SANSA) Postgraduate Bursary 2026
The South African National Space Agency (SANSA) invites South African students to apply for its Postgraduate Bursary Programme for the 2026 academic year. The programme supports students pursuing postgraduate studies in science, engineering, and technology fields related to the space…
DHET Funda Germany Scholarship Programme 2026/2027
Want to do your PhD in Germany on a fully funded scholarship? The DHET Funda Germany Scholarship Programme 2026/2027 (PhD) is open for South African applicants to study at Constructor University in Bremen, with studies commencing in September 2026. The…
Shoprite – Bursary: Agricultural Sciences
Shoprite is inviting eligible South African students to apply for the Bursary: Agricultural Sciences for 2026. This bursary is aimed at supporting students in agricultural-related fields and building a talent pipeline for Shoprite’s Freshmark team after graduation. At a glance…
Indalo Education Bursaries 2026 (Undergraduate + Postgraduate)
The Indalo Education Fund (founded by iNdalo Water Technologies) is inviting South African students to apply for bursary funding for 2026, supporting studies linked to sustainability, engineering, environmental management and the water sector. At a glance Sponsor/host: iNdalo Water Technologies…
Shoprite Group Bursaries 2026 – Accounting (CA), Retail Business Management, Supply Chain
Shoprite is currently accepting applications for its 2026 bursary intake via the official Shoprite bursary portal. The bursaries offered are for studes in Accounting (CA stream – SAICA), Retail Business Management, and Supply Chain & Logistics. At a glance What…
AfriSam – Engineering bursary (Mechanical or Electrical)
The AfriSam (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd Zeekoewater Quarry is inviting applications for an Engineering Bursary (Mechanical or Electrical). This opportunity is aimed at talented, high-performing full-time students who have strong academic results, good behavioural standards, and require financial assistance. At…
CHIETA Industrial Futures Bursary 2026/2027 (Reminder Closing Today)
Still looking for funding for 2026 study? The CHIETA Industrial Futures Bursary (2026/2027) is open to unemployed South African youth who have been accepted at a public university or TVET college. This bursary is aimed at qualifications aligned to the…
Sasol Graduate Development Programme 2026 – Applications open 27 Feb 2026
Sasol has published the application window for its Graduate Development Programme (GDP). While Sasol notes that its bursary applications are closed for the 2026 academic year, the Graduate Development Programme is scheduled to accept applications during the window below. At…
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Bursaries Closing Soon
| Bursary / Scholarship | Closing date | Notes | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| NFVF International Bursary 2026 (National Film and Video Foundation) | 09 March 2026 | Online portal submission — upload all required attachments. | View details |
| FoCTO Bursary Competition 2026 (Opera UCT) | 10 March 2026 | Online entry form for eligible Opera UCT classical voice students (3rd year+). | View details |
| AfriSam – Engineering bursary (Mechanical or Electrical) | 13 March 2026 | Email application — submit the signed form + certified documents as required. | View details |
| UKZN Archbishop Denis E. Hurley Awards (Honours) 2026 | 13 March 2026 | Follow the UKZN notice attachment instructions exactly. | View details |
| Rick Turner Scholarship 2026 (UKZN) | 13 March 2026 | Instructions are in the UKZN notice attachment — don’t submit without it. | View details |
| Emma Smith Overseas Scholarship 2026 (UKZN) | 13 March 2026 | Submission route is via a UKZN Financial Aid Advisor (per notice). | View details |
| SASCP Bursary Programme 2026 (Crop Production / Agronomy) | 15 March 2026 | Online form with uploads — prepare your proof of registration + academic record. | View details |
| Department of Tourism External Bursaries 2026 (South Africa) | 20 March 2026 | Submit via email/post/hand delivery as per the official application form instructions. | View details |
| Oppenheimer Memorial Trust (OMT) Scholarships 2026/2027 | 31 March 2026 | Referees must submit on time — start early (portal application). | View details |
| Stellenbosch University SUFO Late Funding Applications 2026 | 31 March 2026 | Late funding window for eligible undergraduates (limited funds; apply early). | View details |
| DHET Funda Germany Scholarship Programme 2026/2027 (PhD) | 31 March 2026 | PhD route needs supervisor alignment + proposal — don’t leave this late. | View details |
| ACT Nyoloha Scholarship Programme 2026 | 31 March 2026 | Arts scholarship for 2027 study (portfolio/video submission as required). | View details |
| SANA Bursary Applications 2026 (Horticulture) | 31 March 2026 | Download the form + checklist and submit a complete application before deadline. | View details |
