SAVF Veterinary Science (BVSc) Bursary
South African Veterinary Foundation (SAVF), in partnership with Lakato (Pty) Ltd veterinary wholesalers (self-administered; bursary queries to Dr Quixi Sonntag, general office contact Ms Debbie Breeze)
The South African Veterinary Foundation (SAVF), in partnership with veterinary wholesaler Lakato (Pty) Ltd, awards R12,000 cash bursaries to BVSc (Veterinary Science) students at the University of Pretoria. Typically four bursaries are awarded each year — two to 4th-year and two to 5th-year students — to students with strong academic results, demonstrated financial need, and active involvement in student life. There is no service contract or work-back obligation on completion of studies.
- Amount
- R12,000 per recipient. Typically 4 bursaries awarded annually (2 to 4th-year students and 2 to 5th-year students).
- Deadline
- Closed 2 June 2026
- Renewable
- No
Eligible Fields of Study
South African Veterinary Foundation (SAVF), in partnership with Lakato (Pty) Ltd veterinary wholesalers (self-administered; bursary queries to Dr Quixi Sonntag, general office contact Ms Debbie Breeze) supports students in the following disciplines
Eligibility Requirements
- ✓ South African citizen
- ✓ Currently enrolled at the University of Pretoria for a BVSc (Veterinary Science) degree
- ✓ Be in your 4th or 5th year of the BVSc degree
- ✓ Minimum examination average above 60%
- ✓ Actively involved in student life (e.g. sport, cultural activities)
- ✓ Demonstrated financial need
- ✓ Application requires a CV, full academic record (PDF), and current student debt breakdown; applicants also answer 10 multiple-choice questions about SAVF (attachments limited to 25MB each)
What's Included
- ✓ R12,000 cash bursary toward studies
- ✓ No service contract or work-back obligation on completion of studies
- ✓ Restricted to a small applicant pool (University of Pretoria BVSc 4th/5th years), improving award odds
- ✓ Recognition and support from the SAVF and long-standing partner Lakato (Pty) Ltd
Work Commitment
None — there is no service contract or work-back obligation on completion of studies.
How to Apply
Steps to complete your South African Veterinary Foundation (SAVF), in partnership with Lakato (Pty) Ltd veterinary wholesalers (self-administered; bursary queries to Dr Quixi Sonntag, general office contact Ms Debbie Breeze) bursary application
- 1
Confirm you are a University of Pretoria BVSc student in your 4th or 5th year with an examination average above 60%
- 2
Visit savf.org.za/bursaries to access the online application
- 3
Prepare your CV, full academic record (as a PDF), and a current student debt breakdown (each attachment limited to 25MB)
- 4
Answer the 10 multiple-choice questions about the SAVF included in the application
- 5
Submit your completed application before the closing date (around 2 June for the following academic year)
- 6
Direct any bursary queries to Dr Quixi Sonntag at [email protected]
- 7
Await selection — typically 4 bursaries are awarded annually (2 to 4th-year and 2 to 5th-year students)
Required Documents
- 📄 Curriculum vitae (CV)
- 📄 Full academic record (PDF)
- 📄 Current student debt breakdown
- 📄 Answers to 10 multiple-choice questions about the SAVF (within the application form)
- 📄 Proof of registration as a University of Pretoria BVSc student
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who can apply for the SAVF Veterinary Science Bursary?
- Applications are restricted to students currently enrolled at the University of Pretoria for a BVSc (Veterinary Science) degree who are in their 4th or 5th year, with an examination average above 60%, demonstrated financial need, and active involvement in student life.
- How much is the bursary worth and how many are awarded?
- Each bursary is worth R12,000. Typically four bursaries are awarded annually — two to 4th-year students and two to 5th-year students.
- Is there a work-back or service obligation?
- No. The SAVF bursary carries no service contract or work-back obligation on completion of your studies.
- When do applications open and close?
- Applications generally run in a March to June window each year. For the 2026 academic year the closing date was around 2 June 2025 (midnight), and per the official site applications re-open in March 2026 for the following cycle.
2027 applications have closed
The 2027 application window closed on 2 June 2026.
Check South African Veterinary Foundation (SAVF), in partnership with Lakato (Pty) Ltd veterinary wholesalers (self-administered; bursary queries to Dr Quixi Sonntag, general office contact Ms Debbie Breeze)'s official site for the next application window.
Still need funding for 2027? See bursaries that are still open.
Check South African Veterinary Foundation (SAVF), in partnership with Lakato (Pty) Ltd veterinary wholesalers (self-administered; bursary queries to Dr Quixi Sonntag, general office contact Ms Debbie Breeze)'s official siteNeed help? Contact South African Veterinary Foundation (SAVF), in partnership with Lakato (Pty) Ltd veterinary wholesalers (self-administered; bursary queries to Dr Quixi Sonntag, general office contact Ms Debbie Breeze):
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +27 12 346 1150/1
Information verified 2026-06-02. Always confirm details on the funder's official website before applying.
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