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 glance
- Sponsor/host: South African Association of Botanists (SAAB)
- Fields/level: Botany and botanically-related science (Honours/4th-year and MSc scholarships)
- Who it’s for: Applicants with a strong academic record (SAAB’s bursary information references a 70%+ average) studying at a South African institution
- What it covers: SAAB scholarships are awarded as a scholarship amount (see the official call for the current value and payment schedule). Scholarship recipients may also receive a complimentary SAAB student membership for the awarded period.
Eligibility (summary)
- Study (or intend to study) at a South African institution in a botanically-related field.
- Meet the academic threshold referenced by SAAB (typically an average of 70% or above).
- For postgraduate scholarships, SAAB’s bursary criteria commonly require the applicant’s supervisor to be a paid-up SAAB member.
- For MSc-level scholarships, SAAB bursary criteria typically require a completed BSc Honours (or equivalent) with a strong average and that the applicant is in the appropriate year of study (confirm the exact requirement in the 2026 call).
Closing date
Closing date: 28 February 2026.
Contact
If you need clarification on eligibility, supporting documents, or submission requirements, contact SAAB via SAABsecretary@gmail.com.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Applying late (submit well before the stated deadline).
- Submitting without a complete academic record or proof of results.
- Missing supervisor support or failing to confirm that your supervisor is a paid-up SAAB member (where required).
- Applying for the wrong level (Honours vs MSc) or without meeting the minimum academic threshold.
How to apply
Use the official SAAB bursary call page and follow the application instructions provided there (including the correct application form and required supporting documents).