Latest Bursaries in South Africa
The South African Association of Botanists (SAAB) is inviting applications for its 2026 SAAB scholarships, aimed at supporting postgraduate study in Botany and botanically-related science. SAAB is a professional botanical society focused on promoting botanical science and protecting biodiversity in Southern Africa (as stated on its official website). At a … Read more
The Poliomyelitis Research Foundation (PRF) offers bursaries to support postgraduate study and research in Virology in South Africa. PRF’s bursary pages note that the Foundation supports research into Virology, and that bursaries are awarded towards obtaining the relevant qualifications (subject to the PRF’s requirements and selection process). At a glance … Read more
The SAAFoST Foundation offers the Koeppen Memorial Scholarships for postgraduate students in Food Science and Food Technology for the 2026 academic year. Two scholarships are made available: one for a Master’s programme and one for a Doctorate programme, each valued at R35 000 per annum towards tuition fees. At a … Read more
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
FirstRand lists multiple international postgraduate scholarships on its official bursaries portal. These scholarships are aimed at supporting exceptional South Africans for postgraduate study abroad, with several awards tied to specific partner universities and programmes. At a glance Who it’s for: South African citizens applying for international postgraduate study (specific eligibility … Read more