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General Bursaries South Africa 2027

🟢 General Bursary Applications 2027 OPEN NOW — Find general bursaries currently open for 2027, including application dates, eligibility requirements, required documents and instructions on how to apply.

This page lists general bursaries in South Africa covering a wide range of study fields and qualifications. These opportunities are not limited to one specific career area and may include bursaries for students studying commerce, hospitality, media, logistics, technical fields, social sciences and other less common fields of study.

General Bursary Applications Open Now

Looking for a bursary you can apply for now? The bursaries below are currently open for applications for the 2027 academic year. We update this section as new application periods open and existing opportunities close.

🟢 SANParks Bursary — Closing 21 August 2026 — OPEN
🟢 Coca-Cola Bursary — OPEN
🟢 Mercedes-Benz Bursary — OPEN
🟢 Analyze Consulting Bursary — OPEN
🟢 CSIR Bursary — OPEN
🟢 Tomorrow Trust Bursary — OPEN

Important: Application dates can change. Always open the individual bursary page to check the latest closing date, eligibility requirements, required documents and application instructions before submitting an application.

Latest General Bursaries

New bursaries and annual application periods are added throughout the year. The opportunities below are some of the bursaries covered under this category.

A bursary may remain listed here even after its current application period has closed because many programmes reopen for a new academic year. Check the individual page for the current application status.

Browse General Bursaries by Study Field

General bursaries can cover many different fields of study. Browse the sections below to find opportunities related to your intended career or qualification.

Hospitality Bursaries

Media and Communications Bursaries

  • Absa Fellowship/Scholarship Programme
  • Bombela Bursary
  • Boston Media House and YFM Scholarship
  • Bushbuckridge Local Municipality Bursary
  • Canon Collins Trust Mail & Guardian Scholarship
  • Canon Collins Thekgo Bursary
  • Capitec Bursary
  • Cipla Bursary
  • Daimler Truck Southern Africa (DTSA) Bursary
  • Department of Tourism Bursary
  • eMedia Bursary
  • Gauteng Provincial Treasury Bursary
  • Hollywood Foundation Bursary
  • IDB Education Trust Bursary Loan
  • Inscape Scholarship
  • Instinctif Partners Bursary
  • Kader Asmal Fellowship Programme
  • Loeries Creative Future Scholarship
  • MultiChoice Bursary
  • Muslim Broadcasting Corporation (MBC)/Voice of the Cape (VOC) Bursary
  • Nestlé Future Talent Bursary
  • North West Provincial Government Bursaries
  • Northam Zondereinde Mine Bursary
  • Palabora Mining Company Bursary
  • Pyrotec Bursary
  • Railway Safety Regulator (RSR) Bursary
  • Revolution Media Academy Bursary
  • SAMNET Bursary
  • Services Sector Education and Training Authority (Services SETA) Bursary
  • Steve Tshwete Local Municipality Bursary
  • Thebe Foundation Dr EJ Mabuza Scholarship
  • TBWA Bursary
  • Vhembe District Municipality Mayoral Bursary

Logistics and Supply Chain Bursaries

General Bursaries Directory

The directory below contains additional general bursaries and scholarships in South Africa. Some accept students from a broad range of study fields, while others are intended for particular groups, qualifications or institutions.

Use the individual bursary pages to find detailed information about eligibility requirements, fields of study, funding, required documents, application dates and how to apply.

How to Find a General Bursary

Start by identifying the qualification or career you want to pursue and then check which bursaries accept students in that field. Some general bursaries accept applications across several disciplines, while others have specific academic, financial, institutional or geographic requirements.

Before applying, check your nationality, age, academic results, household income, field of study, institution, year of study and residential requirements. These requirements differ between bursary providers.

What Documents Are Usually Required for a Bursary Application?

Bursary application requirements vary, but applicants are commonly asked to provide a certified identity document, academic record, proof of registration or acceptance, proof of household income, proof of residence, a CV and sometimes a motivation letter.

Do not assume that every bursary requires the same documents. Check the individual bursary page for the exact documents requested by the organisation before submitting your application.

Can I Apply for a Bursary That Is Closed?

Generally, you cannot submit a bursary application after the official closing date unless the organisation extends the deadline or reopens the application process.

However, a closed bursary may reopen for the next academic year. If you are interested in a bursary that is currently closed, check its individual page for information about the next expected application period and use the time to prepare your documents.

General Bursary Closing Dates

There is no single closing date for general bursaries. Each organisation determines its own application period, and dates may differ significantly between bursary programmes.

Some bursaries open several months before the academic year, while others open later in the year. For this reason, always check the individual bursary page for the current application opening and closing dates.

Frequently Asked Questions About General Bursaries

What are general bursaries?

General bursaries are funding opportunities that are not restricted to one narrow field of study or that cover a broad range of qualifications. They can be offered by companies, government departments, municipalities, trusts, foundations and other organisations.

Which general bursaries are open now?

The General Bursary Applications Open Now section at the beginning of this page lists opportunities currently shown as open, including Tomorrow Trust Bursary. Application periods change throughout the year, so check the individual bursary page for the latest status before applying.

How do I apply for a general bursary?

Each bursary has its own application process. Some providers use online application portals, while others accept applications by email or through another specified method. Follow the application instructions provided on the individual bursary page.

Can I apply for more than one bursary?

Yes, you can generally apply for multiple bursaries if you meet the eligibility requirements of each programme. However, check the terms and conditions of each bursary because some providers may have restrictions relating to other funding.

What should I do if a bursary is closed?

Check the individual bursary page for information about the next application period. If the bursary opens annually, you can use the information already available to prepare your documents before applications reopen.

Important: Bursary application dates, eligibility requirements and funding conditions can change. Always verify the latest information with the bursary provider before submitting an application.

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