2026 Bursaries

University funding can change the direction of a student’s future. The Schauenburg Education Trust Bursaries 2027 are open for qualifying students who are studying scarce skills qualifications in Electrical Engineering, Business Management and Business Administration. The Schauenburg Education Trust Bursaries 2027 support selected students who are working toward scarce skills qualifications. The bursary is aimed…

The Promaths Bursary Fund is open for Promaths and Kutlwanong alumni who need financial support to continue tertiary studies in South Africa. Funded by Investec and administered by StudyTrust, the bursary supports academically deserving students pursuing rare skills qualifications, with applications closing on 5 October. For students who worked hard in Maths and Science but…

The Cisco Charitable Foundation Trust South Africa Bursary Programme is open for South African students pursuing IT-related qualifications. The bursary supports students in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering and Information Technology who can show strong academic results and financial need. Applications must be completed online through StudyTrust before 30 September to be considered for…

Toyota South Africa Motors is inviting academically strong South African students to apply for its bursary programme for the next academic year. The bursary supports full-time studies in selected Commerce, Engineering and Science fields, while also offering potential workplace exposure through vacation work and Toyota’s graduate development pathway. Applications must be completed online through StudyTrust…

The Santam Bursary Programme is open for South African students who want to build careers in the short-term insurance industry. The bursary supports selected undergraduate, honours and postgraduate diploma studies in fields such as actuarial science, data science, agriculture, engineering, finance, mathematics and risk management. Applications must be completed online before 30 September 2026 to…

The Standard Bank Group Bursary Programme is open for academically strong and financially deserving students who need funding for undergraduate and postgraduate studies. The bursary supports selected fields including Agriculture, Commerce, Engineering, Mathematics, Science, Statistics, Technology and Behavioural Economics, with applications open from 1 June to 30 September. For students who are worried about tuition,…

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…