South African National Society Bursaries for 2026

South African National Society Bursaries for 2026

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South African National Society Bursaries for 2026

Deadline: 31 July 2025

Location: South Africa

About South African National Society Bursaries

South African National Society is currently accepting applications for 2026 academic year bursaries.

Bursaries will be awarded to students pursuing Postgraduate studies, in a History related topic (the area of research, or dissertation must be on a topic relating to South Africa, preferably KwaZulu-Natal history).

The bursary will be awarded to the estimated value of R25 000 (the final amount will be decided by the committee).

The bursary award will be paid in two equal tranches, of R12 500 each. The first installment will be paid in September 2025, at the SA National Society monthly meeting. The second installment will be paid after a satisfactory written submission by the candidate’s supervisor is received by the President of the Society.

Applicants may be required to attend an interview with the selection committee, before selection is made. The interview will be held in person or electronically (Zoom or similar electronic means).

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Bursary recipients will be required to provide a brief outline of their topic, at one of the SA National Society’s monthly meetings. After completing their dissertation, recipients will be required to present a soft copy of it for publication on the SA National Society web site.

The SANS reserves the right to not award the bursary, should a suitable candidate not be found.

REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying:

  • You must be studying towards a Postgraduate qualification, towards a History related topic
  • You must have a topic of research or dissertation relating to South African History (preferably KwaZulu Natal history)
  • You must be studying at a recognised and accredited University in South Africa

How to apply

Applications must be submitted to the Secretary of the South African National Society in one of the following ways:

  • Email: memorycoutts1@gmail.com
  • Delivery: The Secretary, South African National Society, 31 St. Andrews Drive, Durban North, Durban 4051

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