Scholarship
UNISA Master’s and Doctoral Bursary
This bursary assists returning and new Master's and Doctoral students with research activities and tuition fees. It is designed to support students in completing their research degrees.
About this scholarship
UNISA Master’s and Doctoral Bursary is offered by University of South Africa for study in South Africa at master and phd level. The award is valued at Varies based on research needs and availability of funds, provided as tuition and living support. Funding is renewable, so it can continue across more than one year of study subject to the provider's conditions.
What the funding covers
This scholarship is classified as tuition and living funding. Applicants selected receive Varies based on research needs and availability of funds. Selection is merit-based and need-based, so both academic record and financial circumstances are assessed.
Who can apply
The award is open to candidates applying at master and phd level. No nationality restriction is recorded for this award.
Eligibility
Open to South African and international students registered for research-based Master's or Doctoral degrees at UNISA. Priority is given to South African citizens.
How to apply
Applications close on 2026-11-30. Requirements are set by the provider and can change between intakes, so verify each item on the official page before submitting.
Eligible study levels
master and phd
Funding basis
Merit-based and Need-based
Some scholarship details still require source confirmation. Confirm the study destination and applicant eligibility with the provider before applying.
Key details
- Provider
- University of South Africa
- Study destination
- South Africa
- Award
- Varies based on research needs and availability of funds
- Funding type
- tuition and living
- Selection basis
- Merit-based and Need-based
- Study levels
- master and phd
- Nationality
- No restriction recorded
- Deadline
- Open · 2026-11-30
- Renewable
- Yes
Confirm current eligibility, deadlines, and application instructions with the provider before applying.
Reference sourceSource last checked: 2026-11-06