Latest Bursaries in South Africa
FirstRand is accepting applications for its international postgraduate scholarships for South African citizens who want to pursue full-time Masters or PhD study abroad. Applications close in February 2026. At a glance About the sponsor FirstRand runs a long-standing international postgraduate scholarship programme to support South Africans with exceptional academic achievement … Read more
The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) has published a bursary notice for the 2026 academic year. Use the official notice link below to confirm the latest requirements and submission instructions. At a glance Fields of study The eligible fields are not clearly stated. Please refer to the official … Read more
Applications are invited for the first Christof Heyns Human Rights Scholarship, for doctoral (PhD) study in human rights at the University of Pretoria in 2026. At a glance Who is offering this scholarship? The scholarship is offered through the Centre for Human Rights at the University of Pretoria, and is … Read more
Looking at studying overseas on a full scholarship? The Hungarian Government’s Stipendium Hungaricum programme — listed by South Africa’s DHET — funds full‑degree studies at public universities in Hungary for the 2026 intake. At a glance Who’s offering this? Hungarian Government / Tempus Public Foundation (as listed by DHET International … Read more
The University of South Africa (UNISA) offers a Postgraduate Bursary programme to support alumni studying at UNISA in postgraduate diploma, honours, master’s, or doctoral degrees. This funding aims to assist eligible students with tuition and research costs so they can successfully complete their qualifications. The Bursary Sponsor This bursary is … Read more