South African Council for the Architectural Profession (SACAP) Bursary

Who can apply

• Be a South African citizen
• Have completed Matric
• Be studying towards an Architecture qualification
• Be entering your 2nd or later year of study (up to Honours), in 2027
• Be studying at an accredited Architectural Learning institution in South Africa
• Students without a disability: you must have a total household income of NOT more than R350 000 per annum
• Students with a disability: you must have a total household income of NOT more than R600 000 per annum
• Preference will be given to candidates from designated groups

Documents you will need

• South African ID Document (certified copy)
• Matric certificate (certified copy)
• Most recent academic results and full academic record (certified copy)
• Motivational letter explaining why you are applying for this bursary (1 page) (read our tips on how to write a motivational letter for your bursary application)
• Parents/ guardians or your own proof of household income (3 months latest payslips if employed or affidavit if unemployed)
• Parents/ guardians or your own 3 months recent bank statements
• Medical note stating type of disability, if living with a disability

Full bursary documents checklist

How to apply

1. Check the requirements

   Make sure you meet every requirement listed above. Applications that miss one are usually rejected automatically.

2. Prepare your documents

   Scan clear copies of everything the provider asks for, certified where required.

3. Apply through the official channel
   Email [email protected]Email [email protected]

   Students who meet the above criteria, may apply via email to: [email protected] (Insert the words “SACAP Bursary 2027” in the email subject line).

   Note: there is no application form to be completed for this bursary application – students need only submit the list of documents below to apply.

4. Submit before the closing date

   Closes 4 December 2026. 4 December 2026 (at 16:00). Late applications are almost never accepted.

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Contact the bursary provider

• Email [email protected]

Contact the provider only with questions about this bursary. StudentBursaries.co.za does not process applications.

About South African Council for the Architectural Profession (SACAP)

The South African Council for the Architectural Profession (SACAP) regulates and registers architectural professionals.