South African National Space Agency Bursary
South African National Space Agency
South African National Space Agency Bursary is bursary offered by South African National Space Agency to South African students studying towards qualifications in engineering, science. The funder has not published a fixed closing date for this cycle, so check the official page regularly.
SANSA funds space science, physics and engineering students supporting South Africa's space programme.
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
Undergraduate, Diploma, Honours, Masters
Citizenship
South African
Institutions
Any accredited SA institution
Verified by our editorial team· last checked 3 Oct 2026
Our assessment of this opportunity
South African National Space Agency 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.
South African National Space Agency 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.
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 South African National Space Agency (SANSA) offers a bursary programme to support South Africa's national space initiatives. This programme specifically targets students pursuing studies in space science, physics, and engineering. SANSA aims to develop skills crucial for the country's space programme. This bursary is suitable for South African citizens studying at undergraduate, diploma, honours, or masters levels who are passionate about contributing to science and engineering disciplines relevant to space exploration and technology.
Eligibility
Applicants must be South African citizens to be considered for the SANSA bursary. The programme is open to students across all provinces of South Africa. It supports various levels of study, including undergraduate, diploma, honours, and masters degrees. Candidates must be enrolled in or intending to enrol in fields such as Science or Engineering. There is no specific minimum grade requirement provided in the facts; students should check the official SANSA application page for detailed academic criteria.
Requirements
Prospective applicants for the SANSA bursary should prepare to meet academic standards for their chosen Science or Engineering programme. While no specific minimum grade is detailed here, a strong academic record will typically be expected for university or diploma-level studies. Applicants should ensure they meet the South African citizenship requirement. They should also be ready to demonstrate their commitment to and interest in fields that align with South Africa's space programme objectives. Further specific requirements should be confirmed on SANSA's official application portal.
Required documents
Applicants should prepare standard supporting documents for their bursary application. These typically include certified copies of their South African identity document to confirm citizenship. Academic records, such as matric results or tertiary academic transcripts, will also be required. Proof of registration or acceptance from a recognised South African higher education institution will likely be necessary. Students should always consult the official SANSA application guidelines for a complete and precise list of all required certified documents.
Benefits
The SANSA bursary offers funding to support students in fields vital to the national space programme. The facts indicate that this is not a full-funding bursary, meaning it may not cover all study-related expenses. Students should therefore anticipate that some costs might need to be covered independently. There is no work-back obligation specified in the provided facts, but applicants should always verify the terms and conditions on SANSA's official application page to understand the full scope of the bursary's benefits and any potential commitments.
How to apply
To apply for the South African National Space Agency bursary, prospective students must visit SANSA's official application page. This is where you will find the most accurate and up-to-date application instructions and forms. Ensure you carefully review all eligibility criteria and gather all required documents before starting your application. Pay close attention to the specific fields of study and academic levels supported. Crucially, confirm the bursary closing date on the official SANSA website. Applications submitted after this deadline will generally not be considered. Early application is always advisable once the application window opens.
Qualification levels
Contact
South African National Space Agency 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 South African National Space Agency'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.sansa.org.za/bursaries/application/
- Organisation website: https://www.sansa.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 South African National Space Agency 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: engineering, science. Confirm the exact course name on the official page.
- Your study level matches one of the listed levels: Undergraduate, Diploma, Honours, Masters.
- 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 South African National Space Agency 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.