Bursaries

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…

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…

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…

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 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…

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…

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…

For many women, one funding opportunity can change more than a study year. It can support a qualification, ease pressure at home and strengthen the work they hope to do in their communities. The MMEG Bursaries 2027 are aimed at women who want to use education to improve the lives of women and children. Margaret…

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…

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…