Beefmaster Group Bursary Programme
The Beefmaster Group Bursary supports final-year South African students completing agriculture degrees in animal science, animal production and agricultural economics. It is a full bursary covering tuition, accommodation, books and related study costs for students with a genuine passion for the South African agricultural sector.
Eligible Fields of Study
Beefmaster Group supports students in the following disciplines
Eligibility Requirements
- ✓ South African citizen
- ✓ Completed Matric (Grade 12)
- ✓ Entering the final year of study in the relevant qualification
- ✓ Strong academic record
- ✓ Genuine passion for the South African agricultural sector
- ✓ Studying at an accredited South African institution
What's Included
- ✓ Tuition fees
- ✓ Accommodation
- ✓ Books
- ✓ Related study costs
How to Apply
Steps to complete your Beefmaster Group bursary application
- 1
Confirm you are entering the final year of one of the eligible agriculture degrees (animal science, animal production or agricultural economics)
- 2
Prepare a brief CV with your personal details
- 3
Write a half-page motivation letter
- 4
Gather a certified copy of your South African ID, a certified copy of your Grade 12/Matric certificate and a full academic record/statement of results
- 5
Email your application to [email protected] with the subject line 'Beefmaster Group Bursary 2026' before the closing date
- 6
Attend interviews and assessments if shortlisted
- 7
Sign the bursary agreement if your application is successful
Required Documents
- 📄 Brief CV with personal details
- 📄 Half-page motivation letter
- 📄 Certified copy of South African ID
- 📄 Certified copy of the Grade 12/Matric certificate
- 📄 Full academic record/statement of results
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who is eligible for the Beefmaster Group Bursary?
- The bursary is restricted to final-year South African students in specific agriculture degrees - animal science, animal production and agricultural economics - who have completed Matric, have a strong academic record and a genuine passion for the South African agricultural sector, and who study at an accredited South African institution.
- What does the Beefmaster Group Bursary cover?
- It is a full bursary for the academic year covering tuition fees, accommodation, books and related study costs.
- How do I apply for the Beefmaster Group Bursary?
- Email your application to [email protected] using the subject line 'Beefmaster Group Bursary 2026'. Include a brief CV, a half-page motivation letter, a certified ID copy, a certified Matric certificate and your full academic record. Shortlisted candidates are invited for interviews and assessments before signing a bursary agreement.
- When does the Beefmaster Group Bursary close?
- For the 2026 academic year applications closed on 30 December 2025. The bursary is an annually recurring programme and the application window typically opens late in the year for the following academic year, so check the official Beefmaster Group website or email the contact for the next cycle's dates.
Ready to apply?
Applications close on 30 December 2026
Apply on Beefmaster Group's official siteNeed help? Contact Beefmaster Group:
Email: [email protected]
Information verified 2026-06-08. Always confirm details on the funder's official website before applying.
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