SCP Radiology Student Bursary
SCP Radiology (Stellenbosch Cluster of Practices; bursaries administered in-house via the SCP Radiology Recruitment department)
The SCP Radiology Student Bursary supports South African students studying BSc Diagnostic Radiography or BSc Diagnostic Ultrasound (Sonography) at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT). SCP, a Western Cape radiology practice, offers two tiers: a Standard Bursary covering tuition, a stipend and an SCP-branded uniform, and a Comprehensive Radiography Bursary for first-year students with financial need that also funds accommodation and other educational expenses. Recipients gain practical training in SCP's HPCSA-accredited clinical units and work back one year for every year of study sponsored.
- Amount
- Two tiers. Standard Bursary: tuition fees plus a monthly stipend, an SCP-branded uniform and clinical training placement (no fixed rand amount published). Comprehensive Radiography Bursary (first-years with financial need): stipend, tuition, accommodation and other educational expenses up to a maximum agreed amount for the 2026 academic year.
- Deadline
- 28 February 2026
- Renewable
- Yes
Eligible Fields of Study
SCP Radiology (Stellenbosch Cluster of Practices; bursaries administered in-house via the SCP Radiology Recruitment department) supports students in the following disciplines
Eligibility Requirements
- ✓ South African citizen
- ✓ Accepted to or registered at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT) for the relevant academic year
- ✓ Strong academic record
- ✓ Able and willing to travel between SCP branches in Cape Town for clinical training
- ✓ Comprehensive tier: combined household income of R350,000 or less per annum (financial need)
- ✓ Comprehensive tier: first-year CPUT registration and willingness to complete clinical training at SCP's Louis Leipoldt branch
- ✓ Willing to sign a service obligation working back one year for every year of study sponsored by SCP
What's Included
- ✓ Tuition fees covered
- ✓ Monthly stipend
- ✓ SCP-branded uniform
- ✓ Access to SCP's HPCSA-accredited clinical training units for practical work
- ✓ Comprehensive tier additionally covers accommodation and other educational expenses
- ✓ Pathway to clinical training and potential employment with SCP
Work Commitment
Recipients sign a service obligation requiring them to work back one year for every year of study sponsored by SCP, providing a pathway into employment with the practice.
How to Apply
Steps to complete your SCP Radiology (Stellenbosch Cluster of Practices; bursaries administered in-house via the SCP Radiology Recruitment department) bursary application
- 1
Confirm you meet the requirements and have CPUT acceptance (first-years) or proof of registration (existing students)
- 2
Compile your supporting documents, including a letter of motivation and CV
- 3
Complete the online application form on the SCP careers and bursaries page
- 4
Submit your application before the 28 February closing date for the 2026 academic year
- 5
Wait for shortlisting communication and attend an interview if invited
- 6
Sign the bursary agreement, including the work-back service obligation, if selected
Required Documents
- 📄 Letter of motivation and curriculum vitae (CV)
- 📄 Matric certificate or most recent academic record
- 📄 CPUT acceptance letter (first-year students) or proof of registration (existing students)
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which qualifications and institution does the SCP Radiology Bursary cover?
- The bursary funds BSc Diagnostic Radiography (Radiography) and BSc Diagnostic Ultrasound (Sonography) studies undertaken at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT). Practical clinical training is completed in SCP's HPCSA-accredited units across Cape Town.
- What is the difference between the Standard and Comprehensive bursaries?
- The Standard Bursary covers tuition fees plus a stipend, an SCP-branded uniform and clinical training placement. The Comprehensive Radiography Bursary is aimed at first-year students with financial need (combined household income of R350,000 or less per annum) and additionally covers accommodation and other educational expenses, with clinical training at SCP's Louis Leipoldt branch.
- When do applications close?
- Applications for the 2026 academic year close on 28 February 2026. The programme runs on an annual cycle, so a similar window can be expected for subsequent years.
- Will I have to work for SCP after I qualify?
- Yes. Recipients take on a service obligation, working back one year for every year of study sponsored by SCP. This serves as an employment pathway into the practice after graduation.
Ready to apply?
Applications close on 28 February 2026
Apply on SCP Radiology (Stellenbosch Cluster of Practices; bursaries administered in-house via the SCP Radiology Recruitment department)'s official siteNeed help? Contact SCP Radiology (Stellenbosch Cluster of Practices; bursaries administered in-house via the SCP Radiology Recruitment department):
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 021 930 5564 / 021 936 8200
Information verified 2026-02-28. Always confirm details on the funder's official website before applying.
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