The SARAO Scholarships to Study at Sol Plaatje University for 2027 are open for applications. This route is separate from SARAO’s freestanding scholarships and is specifically linked to study at Sol Plaatje University.
At a glance
Sponsor/host: South African Radio Astronomy Observatory (SARAO) / Sol Plaatje University
Opportunity type: University-specific scholarship
Who it’s for: Applicants who want to study at Sol Plaatje University in 2027 under the SARAO scholarship route
Study institution: Sol Plaatje University
Closing date: 30 September 2026
Last verified: 29 June 2026
High-value notes (read this first)
This is a dedicated SARAO route for study at Sol Plaatje University. Applicants should not confuse it with SARAO’s freestanding undergraduate, honours, master’s or doctoral scholarship calls.
The SARAO page confirms that applications are open and gives a fixed closing date of Wednesday, 30 September 2026.
About the sponsor
SARAO leads South Africa’s involvement in the SKA and manages radio astronomy initiatives. Sol Plaatje University is a public university in Kimberley, Northern Cape, and this scholarship route supports students studying there through the SARAO programme.
What it covers
The SARAO page confirms a scholarship route for study at Sol Plaatje University in 2027. Applicants should use the SARAO page and linked application form as the final source for award value, funded qualifications and conditions.
Eligibility
- Must apply for the SARAO Sol Plaatje University scholarship route
- Must intend to study at Sol Plaatje University in 2027
- Must meet the eligibility requirements in the official application form and guidance
- Must submit online before the closing date
- Must comply with SARAO scholarship conditions if awarded
Documents to prepare
- Identity document or passport
- Latest academic results
- Proof of application or acceptance at Sol Plaatje University, where available
- Any motivation, income or supporting documents requested by the application form
Closing date
30 September 2026.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Applying through this route when you do not intend to study at Sol Plaatje University
- Confusing this scholarship with the SARAO freestanding undergraduate scholarship
- Leaving out Sol Plaatje University application/acceptance information where requested
- Submitting after the online closing date
- Not checking the linked application form for exact funded qualifications
How this opportunity was verified
Verified against SARAO’s official page for scholarships to study at Sol Plaatje University in 2027, including the application status and 30 September 2026 closing date.
How to apply
- Open the SARAO Sol Plaatje University scholarship page.
- Follow the online application link provided by SARAO.
- Complete the application for the SPU scholarship route.
- Upload all required supporting documents.
- Submit before the closing date.