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Stellenbosch University SUFO Late Funding Applications 2026 –
Stellenbosch University (SU) has announced that late applications for SU Funding Opportunities (SUFO) are open for undergraduate funding support for the 2026 academic year. SU notes that available funding is limited and that submitting an application does not guarantee an…
AIMS Google DeepMind Scholarship 2026/2027
AIMS South Africa is inviting applications for the AI for Science Master’s stream (part of AIMS South Africa’s Master’s degree in Mathematical Sciences), supported by a Google DeepMind Scholarship. The programme is a fully residential, one-year taught master’s with a…
Department of Tourism External Bursaries 2026 (South Africa)
The Department of Tourism is inviting eligible South African students to apply for its External Bursaries for the 2026 academic year. The bursary supports study in selected fields (listed below) and is awarded for the remainder of the approved study…
GABS Bursary – Computer Science (Golden Arrow Bus Services)
Golden Arrow Bus Services (GABS) offers a bursary for eligible South African students studying BSc Computer Science (from second year) and who meet the published household income criteria. At a glance About Golden Arrow Bus Services Golden Arrow Bus Services…
Exness Fintech Scholarship (Exness ZA Bursaries)
Exness, in partnership with the University of Cape Town (UCT), supports postgraduate students in selected STEM fields through the Exness Fintech Scholarship (listed as Exness ZA Bursaries in UCT’s postgraduate funding handbook). At a glance About Exness Exness is a…
Avemel Group EmpowerED Bursary Scheme 2026 (Closing 28 February 2026)
Avemel Group has launched its national EmpowerED Bursary Scheme (education support programme) for students entering their first year of tertiary study in 2026. The programme supports fields aligned to Avemel’s operations and includes a pathway into the world of work.…
MISA Technical Bursary Programme 2026 (Built Environment)
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…
ACT Nyoloha Scholarship Programme 2026
The Arts & Culture Trust (ACT) invites applications for the ACT Nyoloha Scholarship Programme. This undergraduate scholarship is aimed at school leavers who want to study in the performing, visual, or digital arts, with studies commencing in 2027. At a…
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Be sure to check out these useful resources, for more information and guidance.
- 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)