SASP National Bursary
The South African Society of Physiotherapy awards the SASP National Bursary to South African citizens studying towards a Physiotherapy qualification at a South African university. It provides partial tuition funding paid directly to your university, and is reserved for students entering their 3rd and 4th years of study. The bursary is awarded year-to-year and must be re-applied for annually, and recipients commit to remaining SASP members and volunteering at SASP events after graduating.
Eligible Fields of Study
South African Society of Physiotherapy (SASP) (administered directly by the SASP Bursary Committee / SASP Head Office) supports students in the following disciplines
Eligibility Requirements
- ✓ South African citizen
- ✓ Must be a registered member of the SASP prior to submitting the application (student membership registration is free at saphysio.co.za)
- ✓ Studying towards a Physiotherapy qualification at a South African university
- ✓ Bursaries are reserved for students entering their 3rd and 4th years of study; not awarded for the first year of study; 1st-year students may in select instances apply for funding towards their 2nd year
- ✓ Strong, satisfactory academic results (latest mid-year and previous end-of-year university results required)
- ✓ Demonstrate financial need by disclosing all other funding sources (salary advice, pay slips, other bursaries)
- ✓ Must remain an SASP member for the duration of study and for a minimum of 2 consecutive years per bursary after graduating, volunteering at SASP events in their region
- ✓ Must be available to participate in a collaborative National Department of Health / SASP project during the community service year
- ✓ Must submit all required supporting documents (incomplete applications are not considered)
What's Included
- ✓ Partial tuition fee funding paid directly to the applicant's university
- ✓ Renewable on annual re-application (not guaranteed)
- ✓ Free SASP student membership and access to the professional body's networks and events
Work Commitment
No repayment work-back is required, but recipients must remain an SASP member for the duration of study and for a minimum of 2 consecutive years per bursary after graduating, volunteer at SASP events in their region, and be available for a collaborative National Department of Health / SASP project during their community service year.
How to Apply
Steps to complete your South African Society of Physiotherapy (SASP) (administered directly by the SASP Bursary Committee / SASP Head Office) bursary application
- 1
Register as an SASP member (free student membership at saphysio.co.za) before you apply
- 2
Complete the digital application form at https://forms.office.com/r/0SMLvs0cjR
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Prepare and submit all required supporting documents to complete the two-part application
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Ensure supporting documents are submitted by 15 November to complete the annual application cycle
- 5
Wait for review and selection by the SASP Bursary Committee
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If awarded, funds are paid directly to your university; re-apply each year to renew
Required Documents
- 📄 Certified copy of your South African ID
- 📄 Proof of SASP membership (letter of good standing from saphysio.co.za)
- 📄 Latest mid-year university results
- 📄 Previous end-of-year university results
- 📄 A motivational letter
- 📄 A letter of support from a Physiotherapy lecturer at your university (including their contact details)
- 📄 Proof of other funding sources (e.g. salary advice, pay slips, other bursaries)
- 📄 A digital business-quality photograph (required with each application)
Frequently Asked Questions
- Do I need to be an SASP member before applying?
- Yes. You must be a registered SASP member before submitting your application. Student membership registration is free at saphysio.co.za, and you must include a letter of good standing as proof of membership.
- Which years of study does the SASP National Bursary fund?
- Bursaries are reserved for students entering their 3rd and 4th years of study. It is not awarded for the first year, though 1st-year students may in select instances apply for funding towards their 2nd year.
- How much is the bursary worth and how is it paid?
- The bursary covers a portion of tuition fees only — there is no fixed value — and the funds are paid directly to your university. It is awarded year-to-year and must be re-applied for annually.
- What is the deadline to apply?
- Supporting documents must be submitted by 15 November to complete the digital application for the annual cycle. Because dates are confirmed each year, verify the exact 2026/2027 closing date on the SASP site at saphysio.co.za.
Ready to apply?
Applications close on 15 November 2026
Apply on South African Society of Physiotherapy (SASP) (administered directly by the SASP Bursary Committee / SASP Head Office)'s official siteNeed help? Contact South African Society of Physiotherapy (SASP) (administered directly by the SASP Bursary Committee / SASP Head Office):
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 011 615 3170
Information verified 2026-06-22. Always confirm details on the funder's official website before applying.
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