Master's applicants must normally have first registered between 2024 and 2026, while Doctoral applicants must normally have first registered between 2021 and 2026, subject to approved deferments. New research applicants need a passed research proposal by 31 January 2027; coursework Master's applicants need two passed modules. Continuing students must demonstrate recorded research progress and timely supervisor support.
What it may cover
Funding and study level
The bursary assists with tuition and approved research activities. Published maximum research allowances are R55,000 across the first three funded years for research or experimental Master's study and R25,000 for coursework Master's research, but these are not guaranteed totals and every award depends on funds, approval and progress.
What to do
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Direct answers
Unisa Master's and Doctoral Bursary 2027 questions
Who should check Unisa Master's and Doctoral Bursary 2027?
Master's applicants must normally have first registered between 2024 and 2026, while Doctoral applicants must normally have first registered between 2021 and 2026, subject to approved deferments. New research applicants need a passed research proposal by 31 January 2027; coursework Master's applicants need two passed modules. Continuing students must demonstrate recorded research progress and timely supervisor support.
What can Unisa Master's and Doctoral Bursary 2027 pay for?
The bursary assists with tuition and approved research activities. Published maximum research allowances are R55,000 across the first three funded years for research or experimental Master's study and R25,000 for coursework Master's research, but these are not guaranteed totals and every award depends on funds, approval and progress.
Is Unisa Master's and Doctoral Bursary 2027 open now?
Opens 21 September 2026 for 2027 study. The official source was checked on 31 August 2026; confirm the live call before sending documents.