SASAS Post-Graduate Bursary
South African Society for Animal Science (SASAS) (administered in-house by the SASAS Secretariat; applications submitted to The Secretary by email)
The SASAS Post-Graduate Bursary supports SASAS student members pursuing Honours or Master's degrees in Animal Science or Animal Production at South African universities. The value is set each year by the SASAS Council and paid in two annual instalments directly to the recipient, conditional on their SASAS membership remaining valid. It targets exceptional (cum laude) graduates committed to completing their studies within set time limits.
- Amount
- Value determined by the SASAS Council; paid in two instalments (one per year) directly to the successful recipient, conditional on the recipient's SASAS membership remaining valid.
- Deadline
- To be announced
- Renewable
- No
Eligible Fields of Study
South African Society for Animal Science (SASAS) (administered in-house by the SASAS Secretariat; applications submitted to The Secretary by email) supports students in the following disciplines
Eligibility Requirements
- ✓ Must be at least a student member of SASAS
- ✓ Must have graduated from a South African university with at least a BSc (Agric.) in Animal Science or Animal Production (nationality not a restriction)
- ✓ Must be a postgraduate student registered for an Honours or Master's degree in Animal Science / Animal Production at a South African university
- ✓ Must have an exceptional academic record (cum laude)
- ✓ Must complete the Honours degree within 2 years and the Master's degree within 4 years (10% interest clawback applies if studies are not completed)
- ✓ Submit a certified copy of the graduation certificate(s) already obtained
- ✓ Submit a certified copy of an official academic record of all undergraduate and postgraduate subjects/symbols completed
What's Included
- ✓ Postgraduate study funding paid in two annual instalments
- ✓ Open to SASAS student members studying Animal Science / Animal Production
- ✓ No restriction on nationality — open to non-South African graduates of South African universities
- ✓ Membership of and recognition by the South African Society for Animal Science
How to Apply
Steps to complete your South African Society for Animal Science (SASAS) (administered in-house by the SASAS Secretariat; applications submitted to The Secretary by email) bursary application
- 1
Confirm you are at least a student member of SASAS and meet the academic criteria (cum laude record; registered for an Honours or Master's in Animal Science / Animal Production)
- 2
Download the SASAS Post-Graduate Bursary Application Form from the official site at sasas.co.za
- 3
Read the bursary rules and regulations at sasas.co.za/sasas-post-graduate-bursary-rules-and-regulations-2/
- 4
Complete the application form and gather your certified supporting documents
- 5
Email the completed form and supporting documents to [email protected] using the subject line 'SASAS Bursary Application' (forms may also be hand-delivered or posted to The Secretary, SASAS, PO Box 13884, Hatfield, 0028, Pretoria)
- 6
Submit before the annual closing date (historically around mid-September) and confirm exact dates with the SASAS Secretariat
- 7
Await assessment by the SASAS Council, which determines the bursary value and the successful recipient
Required Documents
- 📄 Completed SASAS Post-Graduate Bursary Application Form
- 📄 Certified copy of the graduation certificate(s) already obtained
- 📄 Certified copy of an official academic record of all undergraduate and postgraduate subjects/symbols completed
- 📄 Proof of SASAS student membership
- 📄 Proof of registration for an Honours or Master's degree in Animal Science / Animal Production at a South African university
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who can apply for the SASAS Post-Graduate Bursary?
- You must be at least a student member of SASAS, have graduated from a South African university with at least a BSc (Agric.) in Animal Science or Animal Production, and be registered for an Honours or Master's degree in Animal Science / Animal Production at a South African university. An exceptional (cum laude) academic record is required. Nationality is not a restriction.
- How much is the bursary worth and how is it paid?
- The value is determined each year by the SASAS Council. It is paid in two instalments — one per year — directly to the successful recipient, conditional on the recipient's SASAS membership remaining valid.
- Are there time limits or repayment conditions?
- Yes. You must complete the Honours degree within 2 years and the Master's degree within 4 years. If studies are not completed, a 10% interest clawback applies.
- How and when do I apply?
- Download the SASAS Post-Graduate Bursary Application Form from sasas.co.za, complete it, and email it with your certified supporting documents to [email protected] using the subject line 'SASAS Bursary Application' (forms may also be posted or hand-delivered to The Secretary). The cycle is annual and the closing date historically falls around mid-September; at the time of verification the official site showed applications closed and reopening later in the year, so confirm exact dates with the SASAS Secretariat.
When do 2027 applications open?
South African Society for Animal Science (SASAS) (administered in-house by the SASAS Secretariat; applications submitted to The Secretary by email) has not yet announced dates for the 2027 intake.
The last recorded window closed on 15 September 2026. Treat that as a guide to timing only — confirm the 2027 dates with South African Society for Animal Science (SASAS) (administered in-house by the SASAS Secretariat; applications submitted to The Secretary by email) before you rely on them.
Check South African Society for Animal Science (SASAS) (administered in-house by the SASAS Secretariat; applications submitted to The Secretary by email)'s official siteNeed help? Contact South African Society for Animal Science (SASAS) (administered in-house by the SASAS Secretariat; applications submitted to The Secretary by email):
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 012 361 2333
Information verified 2026-06-22. Always confirm details on the funder's official website before applying.
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