SANParks Bursaries for 2026

SANParks Bursaries for 2026

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SANParks Bursaries for 2026

Deadline: 18 August 2025

Location: South Africa

About SANParks Bursaries

SANParks is currently accepting applications for 2026 academic year bursaries.

The bursary will cover funding for studies towards an undergraduate National Diploma or Degree, including but not limited to the following fields:

  • Environmental Sciences (including Nature Conservation, Environmental Management, Green Energy, Environmental Engineering, Sustainable Development and Game Ranch Management)
  • Social Sciences (including Community Development, Economic Development, Socio-Economic Development and related Development studies)
  • Tourism (including Hospitality Management, Resort Management, Tour Guide, Events and Conference Management)

This external bursary programme hopes to benefit young individuals living in communities near/ surrounding the National Parks.

MORE OPPORTUNITIES:

SANParks is offering a comprehensive bursary award, with selection based on the following factors: academic performance, gender (SANParks hopes to increase the participation of women), ability (preference will be given to those living with disabilities) and designated groups.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying:

  • You must be a South African citizen
  • You must be between the ages of 18 and 35 years old
  • You must reside in communities near National Parks (see the list of parks above)
  • You must be currently in Matric or have completed Matric
  • You must be studying or intend on studying towards an undergraduate full-time undergraduate Diploma or Degree, in one of the fields listed above
  • You must be studying or have been accepted to study at an accredited public institution of Higher Education in South Africa (University/ University of Technology/ TVET college)
  • You must have passed all your registered courses, if currently studying

How to apply

Students who meet all of the above criteria, can apply via email to: happy.nhlangwini@sanparks.org

Insert the words SANParks Bursary 2026 in the email subject line.

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