The Pharmaceutical Society of South Africa, through the Foundation for Pharmaceutical Education, is accepting applications for undergraduate pharmacy bursaries for 2027. The bursary is aimed at students studying pharmacy at recognised South African institutions from second year onwards.
At a glance
- Sponsor/host: Pharmaceutical Society of South Africa (PSSA) / Foundation for Pharmaceutical Education (FPE)
- Opportunity type: Undergraduate pharmacy bursary
- Who it is for: Pharmacy students from the second year of study onwards
- Study level: Undergraduate pharmacy studies
- Institution: Recognised institutions in South Africa
- Closing date: 5 October 2026
- Last verified: 24 June 2026
About the bursary
The Foundation for Pharmaceutical Education promotes and administers bursaries for pharmacy education through the PSSA. The current undergraduate opportunity is specifically for 2027 study and is separate from the postgraduate FPE bursaries, which have a different cycle.
What the bursary may cover
- Financial assistance towards undergraduate pharmacy study
- Support is linked to the Foundation for Pharmaceutical Education bursary rules and available funds
- Applicants should check the 2027 application form for the exact value, conditions and payment arrangements
Eligibility
- Must be studying pharmacy at a recognised institution in South Africa.
- Must be applying from the second year of undergraduate pharmacy study onwards.
- Must complete the 2027 undergraduate application form through the official PSSA/FPE link.
- Must comply with all requirements set out in the current application form and PSSA/FPE criteria.
Documents to prepare
- Completed 2027 undergraduate FPE bursary application form
- Identity document or proof of identity where requested
- Latest academic record or results
- Proof of pharmacy registration or enrolment at a recognised institution, where requested
- Any additional documents requested in the official application form
How to apply
- Open the PSSA FPE bursaries page.
- Use the undergraduate bursary application form link for 2027.
- Read the form carefully and prepare all supporting documents.
- Complete and submit the application according to the instructions on the form.
- Submit before the 5 October 2026 closing date.
Closing date
5 October 2026. The PSSA/FPE page lists the undergraduate bursary application form for 2027 and gives 5 October 2026 as the closing date.
Useful tips before applying
- Use the undergraduate form, not the postgraduate form, if you are applying for undergraduate pharmacy funding.
- Confirm that you meet the second-year-or-later requirement before submitting.
- For queries, use the official PSSA contact details listed on the bursary page.