Latest Bursaries in South Africa
The Ruth First Scholarship 2027 is open for Master’s and Doctoral study at Rhodes University. The scholarship supports research that reflects Ruth First’s commitment to difficult social questions and to connecting scholarship with political, social and human-rights action. At a glance Sponsor/host: Rhodes University Opportunity type: Postgraduate research scholarship Who … Read more
The HPI–UCT Digital Health PhD and Postdoctoral Fellowships 2027 are open to qualifying candidates from the African continent. The partnership between the Hasso Plattner Institute and the University of Cape Town supports full-time research in digital health through UCT’s School of Information Technology and School of Public Health. At a … Read more
The SANS Killie Campbell Bursary 2026/2027 is open for postgraduate History students whose research focuses on South Africa, with preference given to topics relating to KwaZulu-Natal history. The current award closes on 31 July 2026. At a glance Sponsor/host: South African National Society (SANS) Opportunity type: Postgraduate History research bursary … Read more
The Protein Research Foundation Postgraduate Scholarship 2027/2028 is open for South African Master’s and Doctoral candidates whose research will contribute to the sustainable supply or use of protein in animal nutrition. Completed applications must reach the Protein Research Foundation through the applicant’s university by 30 September 2026. At a glance … Read more
The HB & MJ Thom Bursary 2027 is open for South African postgraduate students who have demonstrated exceptional leadership after Matric. The award is available for full-time Honours, Master’s and Doctoral study at Stellenbosch University across all fields. At a glance Sponsor/host: HB & MJ Thom Bursary / Stellenbosch University … Read more