Postgrad pharmacy students (Masters / Honours / Doctorate) can apply for funding through the Foundation for Pharmaceutical Education (FPE), administered via the Pharmaceutical Society of South Africa (PSSA). The current postgraduate application form for 2026 is available to download, with a closing date of 4 May 2026.
At a glance
Sponsor/host: Pharmaceutical Society of South Africa (PSSA) – Foundation for Pharmaceutical Education (FPE)
Opportunity type: Postgraduate bursary (pharmacy-related subjects)
Who it’s for: Full‑time postgraduate pharmacy students at recognised institutions in South Africa
Location: South Africa
Closing date: 4 May 2026
Last verified: 1 April 2026
High-value notes (read this first)
This bursary is specifically for full‑time pharmacy students registered with a School/Department/Faculty of Pharmacy (Masters, Honours or Doctorate). Applicants must be South African citizens, and postgraduate applicants must be PSSA members (a membership fee may apply if you’re not an academic intern). Incomplete applications are not considered, so treat the application form as your checklist and submit a complete pack.
About the sponsor
The Pharmaceutical Society of South Africa (PSSA) promotes and supports the pharmacy profession in South Africa. Through the Foundation for Pharmaceutical Education, it administers bursary support for pharmacy studies, including postgraduate funding in pharmacy-related subjects.
Source Link: PSSA – FPE Bursaries
What it covers
Bursary payments are made to the institution where the recipient studies. After legitimate expenses (such as fees) are deducted, the institution pays any remaining balance to the recipient. There are no fixed post‑qualification service conditions attached; however, if a recipient discontinues studies during the year of the award, the bursary becomes repayable as determined by the Foundation.
Eligibility
- Must be a South African citizen (SA ID number required)
- Must be a full‑time pharmacy student registered with a School/Department/Faculty of Pharmacy
- Study level: Honours, Masters or Doctorate (pharmacy-related subjects)
- Must be a PSSA member (membership fee may apply depending on status)
Documents to prepare
Submit a complete application with all supporting documentation requested in the form (examples referenced in the postgraduate guidance include ID, proof of income and academic record). Incomplete applications are not considered.
Closing date
4 May 2026.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Applying as a part‑time student (the bursary targets full‑time postgraduate pharmacy students)
- Submitting without PSSA membership (where required)
- Missing supporting documents (incomplete packs are not considered)
- Submitting after the closing date
How this opportunity was verified
Verified against the PSSA FPE bursaries page, the downloadable postgraduate bursary form link, and the postgraduate bursary criteria PDF.
How to apply
- Download the postgraduate bursary application form.
- Prepare your supporting documents and complete the form in full.
- Submit your application as instructed in the application form before the closing date.