Bursaries 2026 South Africa
Find verified South African bursaries for university, TVET, undergraduate and postgraduate students. Browse trusted funding opportunities with eligibility requirements, closing dates and direct application links.
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SANTS Bursary 2026
The SANTS Bursary Draw offers five bursaries and five tablets to registered or new students enrolled in selected teaching programmes (ECD, Grade R, Foundation Phase, and Intermediate Phase). Applicants must meet entry and payment requirements by 30 June 2026, and winners will be randomly selected and announced on 15 July 2026. The bursary covers one semester of study costs, including tuition, materials, exams, and support.
SANSA 2026 POSTGRADUATE BURSARIES FOR STEM (Science Technology Engineering and Mathematic) STUDENTS 2026
The SANSA bursary programme supports postgraduate students studying qualifications related to science, engineering, environmental studies, remote sensing, GIS, information technology, mathematics, physics, and space science.
Moore Busuries 2026
Students dreaming of becoming Chartered Accountants (SA) now have an exciting opportunity to apply for the <strong>Bursaries 2027 – 2028 Programme</strong>. This bursary opportunity is designed for academically strong South African students who are currently studying towards a <strong>SAICA-accredited Bachelor of Commerce degree</strong> and require financial support to continue their studies.
Masakh’iSizwe Bursary Programme 2027 2026
Welcome to the Masakh’iSizwe Bursary Programme, an initiative by the Western Cape Department of Infrastructure aimed at supporting students pursuing studies in engineering and the built environment.
Nedbank External Bursary Programme 2027 2026
The Nedbank External Bursary Programme provides full-time funding for students studying at South African public universities or universities of technology. The programme aims to develop future leaders by addressing critical skills shortages in STEM and green economy-related fields.
Power Construction Bursary 2026
The Power Construction Bursary 2026 South Africa is a funding opportunity aimed at supporting students pursuing qualifications in engineering and construction-related fields. It helps reduce the financial burden of tertiary education while contributing to skills development in South Africa’s infrastructure sector.
Old Mutual Actuarial Science Bursaries 2026
The Old Mutual Actuarial Science Bursaries 2026 is a fully funded programme aimed at supporting high-achieving South African students who wish to pursue a career in actuarial science or related quantitative fields such as mathematics, statistics, and financial mathematics. The bursary is offered by Old Mutual, a leading financial services group in Africa.
SASRIA SOC Ltd Bursary 2026
The SASRIA SOC Ltd Bursary Programme 2026 provides financial support to first-year South African university students studying finance, IT, insurance, or mathematics. It can cover tuition, books, and living expenses.
Department of Tourism Bursaries 2026: Fully Funded Government Support for Tourism & Hospitality Studies 2026
Department of Tourism Bursaries 2026 offers fully funded government support to eligible South African students pursuing tourism, hospitality, and strategic public-sector studies. This bursary programme strengthens the national workforce, drives tourism growth, and enhances skills development in key sectors.
Tharisa Bursary Programme 2026
Tharisa Confirms Bursary Programme for 2026, offering structured financial support to eligible South African students pursuing studies aligned with the country’s mining, engineering, science, and business skills needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
A bursary is financial support given to students to help cover study costs such as tuition fees, textbooks, and accommodation.
Most bursaries do not need to be repaid, but some require a work-back agreement after graduation.
High school learners, TVET students, university students, and postgraduate students can apply depending on requirements.
Click on any bursary listing, read requirements, and follow the official application link provided.