Garden Cities is accepting applications for its 2026 bursary via the University of the Western Cape (UWC). The UWC notice states that applications must be submitted by email and that supporting documents must be combined into a single PDF.
At a glance
- Sponsor/funder: Garden Cities
- Host institution: University of the Western Cape (UWC)
- Who it’s for: South African citizens (preferably from the Western Cape) who meet the Missing Middle income band and other criteria
- Study level: 2nd year up to Honours (as stated in the UWC notice and application form)
- Fields: Selected programmes listed by UWC (see below)
About Garden Cities
Garden Cities is a property and housing group that funds bursaries to support students (via partnering institutions). For this bursary intake, applications are handled through UWC as per the official notice and form.
Eligibility
- South African citizen and preferably from the Western Cape.
- Under 26 years old (as stated by UWC).
- Registered for 2nd, 3rd, final, or Honours year (UWC notice), and the application form notes the bursary is available from 2nd year level up to Honours.
- Household combined income between R350 000 and R600 000 per annum (Missing Middle), as stated.
- Applicants who have not accepted another bursary (examples listed include NSFAS and ETDP SETA).
Qualifying programmes
- BPharm (Pharmacy)
- BSc Biodiversity & Conservation Biology
- BSc Physiotherapy
- BSc Biotechnology
- BCom Finance
- BCom General
- Accounting
What it covers
The UWC notice and application form confirm this is a bursary opportunity, but they do not clearly list the exact costs covered in the public notice. Confirm the approved study costs and conditions directly with the bursary administrator during the selection process.
Required documents
- Certified copy of ID.
- Matric results.
- Recent parental payslip(s) and letter(s) of employment (or proof of unemployment / death certificate where applicable).
- University progress report / study record.
- University financial statement.
- Any additional supporting documents required on the form (ensure copies are certified and not older than 3 months, per UWC).
Closing date
19 February 2026 (UWC lists 16:30 as the time). Submit well before the deadline to avoid rejection due to late delivery.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Submitting documents that are not certified or are older than the required certification window.
- Not merging all required documents into one PDF.
- Applying while holding/accepting another bursary (NSFAS, ETDP SETA, etc.).
- Leaving out proof of household income or submitting incomplete financial documents.
- Applying if you don’t meet the year-of-study requirement (2nd year up to Honours).
How to apply
- Download and complete the Garden Cities bursary application form.
- Prepare and certify all supporting documents (not older than 3 months, as stated).
- Combine your full application into one PDF.
- Email your application to the contact listed by UWC: nmaphosa@uwc.ac.za.