SACAP Student Bursary

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   Visit the official SACAP Student Bursary page to confirm the current academic-year cycle and closing date

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   Prepare the required documents: a one-page motivational letter, certified ID copy, certified National Senior Certificate / Matric certificate, latest academic results, proof of household income (three months' payslips or an unemployment affidavit) and three months' bank statements

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   Note that no application form is required - only the supporting documents are submitted

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   Email your complete document set to the SACAP Education Officer ([email protected]), using a subject line that references the relevant SACAP Bursary year

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   Submit before the annual closing date (the 2026 academic-year cycle closed on Friday, 5 December 2025 at 16:00)

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   Wait to be contacted - shortlisted candidates are notified within roughly two months of the closing date

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is the SACAP Student Bursary worth?

SACAP does not publicly disclose the value of the bursary. It is funded from SACAP's designated Education, Training and Continuing Education and Training (CET) fund and provides financial support towards architectural studies at accredited Architectural Learning Sites.

Who qualifies for the SACAP Student Bursary?

You must be a South African citizen who has completed Matric/NSC and is enrolled in an accredited architecture qualification, entering second year or later (up to Honours/Master's level) at an accredited South African Architectural Learning Site. You must also show financial need, with a combined household income not exceeding R350,000 per annum (or R600,000 per annum for applicants with a disability). Preference is given to candidates from designated groups.

How do I apply for the SACAP Student Bursary?

There is no application form. You simply email the required documents - a one-page motivational letter, certified ID copy, certified Matric/NSC certificate, latest academic results, proof of household income and three months' bank statements - to the SACAP Education Officer at [email protected], using a subject line that references the relevant SACAP Bursary year.

When does the SACAP Student Bursary close?

It runs on an annual cycle. The bursary for the 2026 academic year closed on Friday, 5 December 2025 at 16:00. Shortlisted candidates are typically contacted within about two months of the closing date, so applicants should check the SACAP page for the next cycle's dates.