Applicants must be South African citizens accepted or intending to study at a Western Cape higher-education institution in a listed scarce or critical field. Preference is given, but not limited, to applicants from the Western Cape, financially disadvantaged applicants, women and people with disabilities; only UCT, CPUT and Stellenbosch University are named for this programme.
What it may cover
Funding and study level
The bursary covers tuition, prescribed books and materials, accommodation and meals or transport costs, plus support programmes. Recipients work in public service or a partner organisation for one year for each funded year.
What to do
Prepare without using an old form
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Direct answers
Masakh'iSizwe Bursary Programme 2027 questions
Who should check Masakh'iSizwe Bursary Programme 2027?
Applicants must be South African citizens accepted or intending to study at a Western Cape higher-education institution in a listed scarce or critical field. Preference is given, but not limited, to applicants from the Western Cape, financially disadvantaged applicants, women and people with disabilities; only UCT, CPUT and Stellenbosch University are named for this programme.
What can Masakh'iSizwe Bursary Programme 2027 pay for?
The bursary covers tuition, prescribed books and materials, accommodation and meals or transport costs, plus support programmes. Recipients work in public service or a partner organisation for one year for each funded year.
Is Masakh'iSizwe Bursary Programme 2027 open now?
Application deadline passed — check the next cycle. The official source was checked on 30 August 2026; confirm the live call before sending documents.