If you are in need of tertiary funding for the 2026 academic year, bursaries are an excellent way to finance your studies. Most bursaries are designed for students who demonstrate financial need, maintain good academic performance, and show commitment and hard work.
Bursaries Closing in November 2025
1. Monocle Foundation Bursary
Closing Date: 1 November 2025
Details: Supports Black female students with tuition, accommodation, study materials, and career counselling. Applicants must demonstrate financial need and academic excellence.
Apply: Monocle Foundation Bursary
2. MacMillan Foundation Bursary
Closing Date: 4 November 2025
Details: Provides funding and mentorship for students in engineering, science, and technology fields. Proof of academic excellence and financial need is required.
Apply: MacMillan Foundation Bursary
3. BopCons Bursary
Closing Date: 7 November 2025
Details: Offers tuition support and practical work experience for students pursuing construction-related studies.
Apply: BopCons Bursary
4. Eastern Cape Department of Agriculture Bursary
Closing Date: 10 November 2025
Details: Supports agricultural science students from the Eastern Cape. Covers tuition, accommodation, and study-related costs.
Apply: Eastern Cape Department of Agriculture Bursary
5. Eskom Bursary
Closing Date: 14 November 2025
Details: Available to students in engineering and technical fields. Covers tuition, accommodation, and study materials. Requires strong Matric results in Mathematics, Physical Science, and English.
Apply: Eskom Bursary
6. Knysna Rotary Bursary
Closing Date: 14 November 2025
Details: Open to residents of Knysna pursuing undergraduate studies in fields such as medicine, law, engineering, and teaching. Covers tuition and study materials.
Apply: Knysna Rotary Bursary
7. Nkangala District Municipality Bursary
Closing Date: 14 November 2025
Details: Supports students from the Nkangala District in fields like engineering, law, social sciences, environmental management, and more. Applicants must show financial need and academic excellence.
Apply: Nkangala District Municipality Bursary
8. Rosond Bursary
Closing Date: 15 November 2025
Details: Open to students from Rosond host communities or dependents of employees. Supports critical fields including engineering, environmental management, IT, finance, and more.
Apply: Rosond Bursary
9. Hesto Harnesses Bursary
Closing Date: 21 November 2025
Details: Covers tuition for students in engineering, industrial management, IT, finance, and supply chain fields. Applicants must demonstrate academic performance and financial need.
Apply: Hesto Harnesses Bursary
10. Sugar Industry Trust Fund for Education (SITFE) Bursary
Closing Date: 21 November 2025
Details: Supports students from sugar-cane farming communities or “missing middle” income households in KwaZulu-Natal and Mpumalanga. Focus on agriculture, engineering, and science fields.
Apply: SITFE Bursary
11. Siza Water Bursary
Closing Date: 28 November 2025
Details: Supports students in engineering, trades, water/sewer treatment, town planning, and environmental management. Preference given to residents of Siza Water concession area.
Apply: Siza Water Bursary
12. Xylem SA Trust Bursary
Closing Date: 28 November 2025
Details: Focuses on water- and environment-related fields, including engineering and environmental science. Covers tuition and study-related costs.
Apply: Xylem SA Trust Bursary
13. Actom Bursary
Closing Date: 28 November 2025
Details: Provides funding for students pursuing electrical, mechanical, and industrial engineering degrees. Covers tuition and related expenses.
Apply: Actom Bursary
14. Mercedes-Benz South Africa Bursary
Closing Date: 28 November 2025
Details: Supports students in engineering, IT, finance, logistics, and supply chain management. Covers tuition, study materials, accommodation, and may include vacation work opportunities.
Apply: Mercedes-Benz Bursary
15. Boogertman + Partners Bursary
Closing Date: 30 November 2025
Details: For honours or master’s students in Architecture, Interior Design, Landscape Architecture, or Urban Design. Applicants must be South African citizens, have completed Matric, and be enrolled at a recognised tertiary institution.
Apply: Boogertman + Partners Bursary
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These bursaries represent a range of fields from engineering and IT to agriculture, water management, and the built environment. If you meet the eligibility criteria, applying before the closing date is crucial. Don’t miss the opportunity to secure funding for the 2026 academic year!