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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INSTITUTIONAL BURSARY APPLICATIONS – 2026 ACADEMIC YEAR 2026
The National Arts Council is pleased to announce the call for bursary applications for the academic year beginning in January 2026. The Bursary funding aims to provide support to aspirational arts practitioners in the acquisition of relevant arts qualifications and arts-related knowledge and skills base.
DSTI-CSIR Inter-Programme Bursary Scheme (IBS) 2027 South Africa 2026
The <strong>Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI) Inter-Programme Bursary Scheme (IBS)</strong> is one of South Africa’s leading postgraduate funding opportunities for students pursuing advanced studies in science, engineering, technology, and research-related fields.
Gauteng City Region Academy (GCRA) Bursary 2026
Short description: Offers full-cost bursaries to qualifying South African youth, with preference given to applicants from Gauteng.
Department of Sport, Arts and Culture (DSAC) Bursary 2026
Supports young South Africans pursuing degrees in leadership, public administration, or social sciences.
Sasol Bursary 2026
The Sasol Bursary programme comprises of a comprehensive package that includes both financial as well as developmental support throughout the study period. Bursaries are awarded for full-time university studies in engineering and science. Upon successful completion of the study period, students may be employed within the Sasol Group through our Graduate Development Programmes
Funza Lushaka Bursary Programme 2026
The Funza Lushaka Bursary is a government-funded programme that provides full financial support to students studying towards a teaching qualification at public universities in South Africa. The bursary covers tuition, accommodation, books, and a monthly allowance, in exchange for a teaching service commitment after graduation.
The Globeleq Scholarship Fund 2026
engineering degrees/diplomas nationally; (2) education, agriculture, and nursing degrees/certificates for Eastern and Northern Cape students; and (3) various degrees/certificates for students within the 50km radius in which GSAMS operates.
Marine Training: Bursary Opportunities 2026
The Maritime Departments of the Transnet National Ports Authority of South Africa, which operates all tugs, pilotage & dredgers in South African Ports, is offering bursaries to persons interested in a career within the maritime industry.
EY Bursary Programme 2026
EY is committed to growing and transforming the Chartered Accountancy profession. Importantly, we believe in individual development from school level through university and into the world of work.
Balwin Foundation Sport Management Bursary 2026
We are proud to announce bursary opportunities for four students pursuing careers in any recognized field of sport. This initiative forms part of our commitment to youth development and Sport development pillars.
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.