Latest Bursaries in South Africa
African graduates facing financial and social barriers can apply for the UCT Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program 2027 for selected taught postgraduate qualifications at the University of Cape Town. At a glance Host: University of Cape Town Partner: Mastercard Foundation Study level: Eligible postgraduate diploma, honours or coursework Master’s degree Eligible … Read more
Students from African countries, including South Africa, who already applied for a first bachelor’s degree at the University of Cape Town can apply for the UCT Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program 2027. At a glance Host: University of Cape Town Partner: Mastercard Foundation Study level: First bachelor’s degree Eligible faculties: Commerce, … Read more
If you’re planning a built-environment or engineering qualification in the Western Cape, this is one of the major government-backed bursary pipelines to track. The Masakh’iSizwe Bursary Programme supports full‑time study at selected Western Cape higher-education institutions and is open for the 2027 academic year. At a glance Sponsor/host: Western Cape … Read more
MISA has opened applications for its Technical Bursary Programme for the 2026 academic year. The programme supports South African students in built-environment disciplines that contribute to municipal infrastructure delivery. At a glance About the sponsor The Municipal Infrastructure Support Agent (MISA) is a national government component that provides technical support … Read more
CETA (Construction Education and Training Authority) has published a call for Special Top Achievers (matric class of 2025) who are enrolled in built-environment qualifications at public institutions in South Africa. The official advert states the closing date as 30 January 2026. At a glance Sponsor/host: CETA (Construction Education and Training … Read more