FundingPlugSouth Africa

Bursaries Closing in March 2026

South African bursaries with application deadlines in March 2026. Prepare your documents now — late applications are not accepted.

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Government

NIHSS Postgraduate Bursary (Humanities & Social Sciences)

National Institute for the Humanities and Social Sciences (NIHSS)

NIHSS funds postgraduate research in humanities, social sciences, law, and education. One of the few dedicated postgraduate bursaries for humanities students in South Africa.

💵Living Allowance🎓Tuition
HumanitiesSocial WorkPsychology+3 more
Applications closed
No workback♿+NSFAS

⏰ Deadline Tips

  • •Gather your documents at least 2 weeks before the closing date — ID certifications and transcripts take time.
  • •Submit early — online portals sometimes crash on the final day due to high traffic.
  • •Apply to multiple bursaries simultaneously. There is no penalty for applying to more than one.
  • •Legitimate bursaries are always free to apply for. Never pay an application fee.