Agbiz Centenary Bursary
The Agbiz Centenary Bursary funds one academic year of postgraduate study (Master's or PhD) for South African students researching agribusiness management and related fields. Established to celebrate Agbiz member organisations that have reached 100 years, it supports high-level academic research and offers guidance from Agbiz in shaping the research topic. Typically one deserving student is funded per cycle.
Eligible Fields of Study
Agricultural Business Chamber of South Africa (Agbiz) - administered directly by Agbiz supports students in the following disciplines
Eligibility Requirements
- ✓ South African citizen
- ✓ Holds a relevant undergraduate degree, or in the final year of undergraduate studies
- ✓ Registered or qualified to register for postgraduate (Master's or PhD) studies in agribusiness management-related fields
- ✓ Enrolled at a recognised, accredited South African university
- ✓ Minimum 60% average in all major subjects
- ✓ Selection on academic merit and relevance of research to agribusiness; willingness to take guidance from Agbiz on the research topic
- ✓ Preference given to previously disadvantaged groups, women, and persons with disabilities
What's Included
- ✓ R47,500 towards one academic year of postgraduate study, paid to the student's university account (around February for the funded year)
- ✓ Renewable annually on satisfactory academic performance (must reapply each year)
- ✓ Guidance and mentorship from Agbiz in formulating the research topic
How to Apply
Steps to complete your Agricultural Business Chamber of South Africa (Agbiz) - administered directly by Agbiz bursary application
- 1
Visit the Agbiz bursary page at agbiz.co.za/bursary
- 2
Download the official Agbiz Centenary Bursary application form
- 3
Confirm you meet the eligibility criteria (South African citizen, relevant degree, 60% average, postgraduate registration in an agribusiness-related field)
- 4
Complete the application form and prepare your proposed research topic relevant to agribusiness
- 5
Gather all supporting documents (ID, academic records, proof of registration, motivation)
- 6
Submit your completed application per the instructions on the form and bursary terms before the closing date (1 December for the following academic year)
- 7
Wait for selection - successful applicants are notified around mid-January, with payment to the university account in February
Required Documents
- 📄 Certified ID copy
- 📄 Certified copy of your undergraduate degree certificate (or proof of final-year undergraduate study)
- 📄 Full academic transcripts/records
- 📄 Proof of registration or acceptance for postgraduate (Master's or PhD) study at an accredited South African university
- 📄 Proposed research topic or research outline relevant to agribusiness management
- 📄 Motivational letter
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much is the Agbiz Centenary Bursary worth?
- The bursary provides R47,500 towards one academic year of postgraduate study (for the 2026 academic year). The amount is paid into the student's university account, typically around February of the funded year.
- Who qualifies for the Agbiz Centenary Bursary?
- You must be a South African citizen who holds a relevant undergraduate degree (or is in the final year of undergraduate studies), be registered or qualified to register for a Master's or PhD in an agribusiness management-related field at an accredited South African university, and have at least a 60% average in all major subjects. Preference is given to previously disadvantaged groups, women, and persons with disabilities.
- Is the Agbiz Centenary Bursary renewable?
- Yes - it is renewable annually subject to satisfactory academic performance, but you must reapply each year. Selection is based on academic merit and the relevance of your research to agribusiness.
- When and how do I apply for the Agbiz Centenary Bursary?
- It is a recurring annual bursary. Applications for the 2026 academic year closed on 1 December 2025, and Agbiz states that applications for 2027 open in October 2026. Download the application form from the Agbiz bursary page (agbiz.co.za/bursary) and submit it per the form and terms instructions before the closing date.
Ready to apply?
Applications close on 1 December 2026
Apply on Agricultural Business Chamber of South Africa (Agbiz) - administered directly by Agbiz's official siteNeed help? Contact Agricultural Business Chamber of South Africa (Agbiz) - administered directly by Agbiz:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +27 (0) 12 807 6686
Information verified 2026-06-08. Always confirm details on the funder's official website before applying.
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