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MacMillan Foundation Bursary Programme 2027

Closing date1 November 2026
ProviderMacMillan Foundation NPC
ProgrammeMacMillan Foundation Bursary Programme
Field of studyPostgraduate Architecture
Study levelPostgraduate
LocationSouth Africa; accredited South African universities
Year Coverage2027 academic year

WHAT FIELDS OF STUDY DOES THE MACMILLAN FOUNDATION BURSARY COVER?

The bursary supports postgraduate Architecture studies. The current programme information does not indicate funding for undergraduate Architecture or qualifications outside Architecture.

Eligible applicants must be studying, or intending to study, towards a postgraduate Architecture qualification at an accredited university in South Africa.

  • Postgraduate Architecture
  • Architecture Honours-level study where it forms part of an eligible postgraduate Architecture qualification
  • Master of Architecture and other eligible postgraduate Architecture qualifications

The specific postgraduate qualification and university should be clearly identified in the application.

WHAT ARE THE MACMILLAN FOUNDATION BURSARY REQUIREMENTS?

Applicants must meet the eligibility requirements for the relevant intake. For the 2027 bursary programme, applicants must meet the following requirements:

  • Be a South African citizen.
  • Be Black as defined under the South African B-BBEE Codes.
  • Be female.
  • Be able to complete the postgraduate Architecture degree before turning 35 years old.
  • Be currently studying, or intend to study, towards a postgraduate degree in Architecture.
  • Be enrolled at, or intending to enrol at, an accredited university in South Africa.
  • Have a strong academic record.
  • Have no previous criminal record.
  • Demonstrate financial need.

The programme does not specify a fixed minimum academic average in the current application information. Applicants should therefore submit their latest academic results and demonstrate satisfactory academic progress.

The age requirement is based on completing the postgraduate qualification before turning 35, so applicants should consider the expected completion date of their programme rather than looking only at their age on the application date.

Financial need is also relevant to the application. Applicants may be required to provide information about university fees, outstanding debt, their financial circumstances and their financial independence where applicable.

WHAT DOES THE MACMILLAN FOUNDATION BURSARY COVER?

The bursary provides funding towards one academic year of postgraduate Architecture study. Payment is made directly to the successful recipient’s university after the required proof of registration and university tax invoice have been provided.

The current programme information does not specify a fixed bursary amount. It also does not confirm separate funding for accommodation, meals, textbooks, transport, study equipment or a monthly allowance. Applicants should therefore not assume that these expenses are covered.

The funding is limited to the allocated amount for the relevant award. The programme is not automatically renewed for additional years unless the Foundation confirms further funding.

Successful recipients are required to enter into a bursary agreement with the MacMillan Foundation.

HOW DO I APPLY FOR THE MACMILLAN FOUNDATION BURSARY?

Applications are submitted by completing one of the following forms:

WHAT DOCUMENTS ARE NEEDED FOR THE MACMILLAN FOUNDATION BURSARY?

Applicants should submit the documents required by the Foundation with their completed application form.

  • Completed MacMillan Foundation Bursary application form.
  • Certified copy of your South African identity document.
  • Latest academic results.
  • Proof of your current university account.
  • A statement showing whether your university fees are paid or outstanding.
  • A recommendation letter from one of your lecturers.
  • Declaration of outstanding debt from previous studies, where applicable.
  • Declaration or affidavit confirming financial independence from your parents, where applicable.
  • Additional supporting documents such as a CV or Architecture portfolio, where relevant.

The Foundation’s current application information specifies a maximum total attachment size of 10MB. Applicants should check their documents before sending the application and ensure that all compulsory documents are included.

Where proof of registration and a university tax invoice are required for payment, successful applicants must provide those documents to enable the bursary payment to be processed.

WHEN IS THE CLOSING DATE FOR THE MACMILLAN FOUNDATION BURSARY?

1 November 2026.

Late submissions will be rejected

HOW DO I CONTACT THE MACMILLAN FOUNDATION ABOUT THE BURSARY?

For bursary enquiries, applicants can contact the MacMillan Foundation using the following details:

When making an enquiry, include your full name and clearly identify the MacMillan Foundation Bursary so that your query can be directed appropriately.

ABOUT THE MACMILLAN FOUNDATION

The MacMillan Foundation NPC is a South African non-profit organisation established by SNAPP Architects to support training, empowerment and education in Architecture. The Foundation focuses on developing future professionals and supporting women pursuing postgraduate Architecture studies.

The Foundation’s published information also highlights the academic and professional development of previous bursary recipients, reflecting a focus that extends beyond financial assistance to supporting students as they progress towards professional careers in Architecture.

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This bursary information was last updated in September 2026.

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