Latest Bursaries in South Africa
The ARC–GSSP Scholarship Programme supports outstanding African students pursuing advanced studies in actuarial science, risk management and related disciplines that strengthen Africa’s resilience to climate change. South African citizens may apply because the programme is open to eligible citizens of African Union Member States. Applications close on 7 October 2026 … Read more
The South African National Seed Organization (SANSOR) Postgraduate Bursary 2027 is open for South African postgraduate students whose research can contribute to the seed industry. At a glance Sponsor/host: South African National Seed Organization (SANSOR) Opportunity type: Postgraduate research bursary Who it’s for: South African-born citizens admitted to eligible postgraduate … Read more
The Ernst & Ethel Eriksen Trust Bursary 2027 is open for postgraduate students pursuing Master’s or Doctoral study at a South African university. The Trust provides partial study grants, with applications opening on 1 August 2026 and closing on 30 September 2026. At a glance Sponsor/host: Ernst & Ethel Eriksen … Read more
The MacMillan Foundation Bursary 2026/2027 is open for postgraduate Architecture students. The bursary supports previously disadvantaged women under 35 who are currently studying, or intend to study, towards a postgraduate degree in Architecture at an accredited South African university. At a glance Sponsor/host: MacMillan Foundation NPC Opportunity type: Postgraduate Architecture … Read more
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