ARC Bursaries 2026: Masters and Doctoral Research Funding Open

Young South African postgraduate researchers reviewing agricultural research documents for ARC bursary opportunities.

Postgraduate research can become expensive fast, especially when students need support for printing, publications, research facilities, mentorship, and academic writing. The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) has listed Masters and Doctoral bursary opportunities for eligible unemployed South African students working in agriculture, economics, development, modelling, social sciences, and related fields. Quick answer: ARC has listed two…

Vodacom External Bursary Programme 2026: Full Tuition, Accommodation And More

South African university student preparing documents for the Vodacom External Bursary Programme 2026

University costs can become a heavy burden for students with strong marks but limited financial support. The Vodacom External Bursary Programme gives ambitious South African students a chance to receive support for tuition, accommodation, textbooks, meals, workplace exposure and more. Applications close on 31 August 2026. The bursary is aimed at driven students in their…

ARC MSc and PhD Bursary Programmes 2026 Open Research Opportunities

Young South African postgraduate agriculture researchers collecting field data for ARC bursary research programmes.

The Agricultural Research Council has opened postgraduate bursary opportunities for students who want to build research careers in agriculture, agroecology, irrigation water management, and sustainable farming systems. The available opportunities include two MSc positions in Irrigation Water Management and two PhD positions in Agroecology. These bursaries are suitable for highly motivated graduates with strong academic…

Hot Cares & Guvon Academy Bursary 2026 Offers R350 000 Chef Training Opportunity

Young South African culinary student training in a professional kitchen for the Hot Cares and Guvon Academy Bursary 2026.

One aspiring South African chef could receive a bursary worth about R350 000 to study at Guvon Academy in Johannesburg. The Hot Cares & Guvon Academy Bursary 2026 covers tuition, chef uniforms, textbooks, a professional knife set, workplace training, and access to internationally recognised Highfield Qualifications. The bursary supports one South African student who has…

Exxaro Bursary for Students Living With a Disability: 2026 Applications Now Open

South African student living with a disability studying for an Exxaro bursary opportunity

Exxaro is giving South African students living with a disability a chance to continue their studies with dedicated bursary support built around inclusion, access and academic progress. The opportunity closes on 12 June 2026, making this an important deadline for eligible students to act on quickly. This bursary forms part of Exxaro’s Diversity, Equity and…

SANSA Postgraduate Bursaries 2027: Up to R170,000 for STEM Students

South African postgraduate STEM students working on satellite research for SANSA bursary studies

South Africa’s space sector is opening a powerful route for postgraduate STEM students who want their research to matter beyond the lecture hall. The SANSA Postgraduate Bursaries 2027 support eligible science and engineering studies, with annual funding of up to R170,000 for doctoral candidates. For students who see themselves working in space science, engineering, remote…

W&RSETA-Funded 2026 SMME Development Programme Opens for International E-Commerce Training

Young South African business owner managing international e-commerce orders in a retail stockroom for W&RSETA SMME training.

A funded three-month opportunity is giving young SMME owners a chance to learn how international e-commerce can open new markets beyond local customers. The W&RSETA-Funded 2026 SMME Development Programme is designed for qualifying wholesale and retail entrepreneurs who want practical exposure to digital trade, online selling and cross-border business growth. This programme is aimed at…

Wilmar Bursaries 2027: Final-Year Students Can Get Tuition, Books and Living Support

South African students preparing documents for the Wilmar Bursaries 2027 programme

For final-year students carrying the pressure of tuition, accommodation, books and daily living costs, the Wilmar Bursaries 2027 programme could offer serious relief. The opportunity supports academically strong South African students in selected commercial, agricultural, engineering and management fields as they move toward completing their undergraduate studies. Wilmar SA is calling on eligible South African…

Nedbank External Bursary Programme 2027: STEM and Green Economy Funding

Young South African students preparing applications for the Nedbank External Bursary Programme 2027.

South African students who want to study scarce and future-focused qualifications now have a major funding opportunity to consider. The Nedbank External Bursary Programme 2027 supports academically strong students from financially disadvantaged backgrounds, with a clear focus on STEM and green economy qualifications. Applications for the 2027 academic year are open and will close on…