Oppenheimer Memorial Trust Scholarship
Oppenheimer Memorial Trust
Oppenheimer Memorial Trust Scholarship is bursary offered by Oppenheimer Memorial Trust to South African students studying towards qualifications in commerce, education, law. The funder has not published a fixed closing date for this cycle, so check the official page regularly.
Postgraduate scholarships for South African students studying locally or abroad, awarded on academic merit and need.
The sections below set out who qualifies, what the award covers, which documents you need to prepare and where to submit your application. Every detail is taken from the funder's own published information, and the apply link sends you straight to their official page rather than to a third-party form.
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Closing date
Check the official page for the closing date
Provinces
All provinces
Study levels
Honours, Masters, PhD
Citizenship
South African
Institutions
Any accredited SA institution
Verified by our editorial team· last checked 3 Oct 2026
This funder does not publish a public online application form. The link above takes you to their official bursary page, where the current application instructions, forms and email address are posted.
Our assessment of this opportunity
Oppenheimer Memorial Trust is funding a scarce-skills field, which usually means a large applicant pool and marks-driven shortlisting. In our experience, applicants who submit early with a certified latest results statement and a clear career link to the funder's operations get further than those relying on the motivation letter alone.
Most company bursaries in South Africa come with a work-back obligation, typically one year of employment for each year funded. Before you accept, confirm the length of the obligation, where you may be placed and what happens if you fail a module, because repaying a bursary in full is a real risk for students who change course.
Oppenheimer Memorial Trust does not publish a fixed closing date, which often means applications open for a short window. Bookmark the official page and check it monthly so you do not miss the intake.
There is no public online form linked here, so applications may be by email or only when a call is announced. Never pay anyone to "fast-track" this application; legitimate funders do not charge fees.
Written by the SA Bursary Hub Editorial Team based on the funder's published criteria and our experience reviewing South African funding programmes.
About this bursary
The Oppenheimer Memorial Trust Scholarship is a postgraduate bursary provided by the Oppenheimer Memorial Trust. This bursary programme supports South African students pursuing honours, master's, or PhD degrees, whether studying within South Africa or internationally. It targets individuals demonstrating strong academic merit who also have a financial need. The scholarship is specifically available to students enrolled in various fields, including Science, Commerce, Education, and Law. This opportunity is well-suited for academically strong postgraduate students across all provinces of South Africa who require financial assistance to further their studies in these critical areas.
Eligibility
To be eligible for the Oppenheimer Memorial Trust Scholarship, applicants must hold South African citizenship. The bursary is open to postgraduate students at the honours, master's, and PhD levels. Candidates from all South African provinces are encouraged to apply. Studies can be undertaken at any institution, both locally and abroad. A key criterion for selection is academic merit, alongside demonstrated financial need. Students pursuing degrees in Science, Commerce, Education, or Law are eligible. Applicants should confirm any specific minimum grade requirements directly on the Oppenheimer Memorial Trust's official application page.
Requirements
Applicants for the Oppenheimer Memorial Trust Scholarship should prepare to demonstrate a strong academic record, as the award is based on academic merit. Additionally, candidates will need to show evidence of financial need to be considered. Specific academic achievements pertinent to their chosen field of study will be crucial. As part of the application process, students should expect to provide documentation supporting their academic standing and financial situation. Confirm specific requirements, such as essays or reference letters, on the official application page.
Required documents
Prospective applicants for the Oppenheimer Memorial Trust Scholarship should gather several certified documents in preparation for their application. These typically include certified copies of their South African identity document to confirm citizenship. Academic transcripts and degree certificates from all previous studies will be essential to demonstrate academic merit. Proof of registration or acceptance at a recognised institution for honours, master's, or PhD level study is also necessary. Financial statements or supporting documents indicating financial need will be required. Always check the official application page for a complete and up-to-date list of all required documentation.
Benefits
The Oppenheimer Memorial Trust Scholarship provides a bursary for postgraduate studies. While it offers financial support, it is not a full-funding bursary, meaning it may not cover all study-related expenses. The specific funding amount provided to successful candidates is not stipulated in the facts; students should verify the exact value on the official application portal. This bursary aims to alleviate some of the financial burdens associated with postgraduate education. There is no work-back obligation specified for this scholarship, allowing recipients to focus on their academic pursuits without a post-graduation employment commitment to the funder.
How to apply
To apply for the Oppenheimer Memorial Trust Scholarship, students should first visit the official Oppenheimer Memorial Trust website or their designated application portal. Look for the specific application instructions and forms related to the postgraduate scholarship programme. Ensure you meet all the eligibility criteria, including citizenship, study level, and field. Complete the application form accurately, providing all necessary personal, academic, and financial details. Attach all required certified documents as specified on the application page. It is crucial to verify the closing date for applications on the official page, as this information is not provided in the facts. Submit your application well before the deadline to ensure it is considered.
Fields of study
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Qualification levels
Contact
Oppenheimer Memorial Trust handles enquiries directly, use the official application page above to get in touch.
Official source and what we could not confirm
Everything above comes from Oppenheimer Memorial Trust's own published material. SA Bursary Hub is an independent information site: we do not award this funding and applications are submitted only through the official channel below.
- Official application page: https://www.omt.org.za/postgraduate-study
- Organisation website: https://www.omt.org.za
Not published by the funder at the time of checking, so we have not shown it: a confirmed closing date, the exact value of the award, a public contact email address. We do not estimate missing details, ask the funder directly if you need them.
Requirements and dates can change during the year, so confirm the full criteria and closing date on the official page before you submit.
SA Bursary Hub editorial team
This listing was written by a person and checked against the funder's own published material before it went live. Last reviewed 3 Oct 2026. How we verify information.
Plan your application
Use this checklist with the verified details above. The official Oppenheimer Memorial Trust application page remains the final source for criteria, documents and dates.
Check your fit first
- Your registered or intended course appears within the listed fields: commerce, education, law, science. Confirm the exact course name on the official page.
- Your study level matches one of the listed levels: Honours, Masters, PhD.
- You meet the listed location requirement: all provinces.
Prepare the requested evidence
Use the required-documents section above as your checklist. Open every uploaded file to confirm it is readable and follows the portal's format and size rules.
Work backwards from the deadline
No closing date is shown here. Check the official page before starting and do not assume the opportunity is open throughout the year.
Confirm before you submit
- The web address belongs to Oppenheimer Memorial Trust or its named application provider.
- The bursary title, closing date and intake year match this listing.
- You understand what is funded and any conditions attached to an award.
- You never pay a person who promises to secure or prioritise an application.