SAPOA Bursary

Fields of study

• Architectural Studies (BSc)
• Civil Engineering (BSc)
• Construction Studies (BSc)
• Property Studies (BSc)
• Property Valuation and Management (BCom)
• Quantity Surveying (BSc)
• Real Estate (BSc)
• Urban/ Town and Regional Planning (Bachelor of)
• Property Development and Management: Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip) (honours-level)

Who can apply

• Be a South African citizen
• Be between 18 and 35 years old
• Be currently in Matric or have completed Matric
• Be studying or accepted/ registered to study full-time, towards one of the property and built-environment sector qualifications listed above
• Be studying or accepted/ registered to study at an accredited tertiary institution in South Africa

What the bursary covers

• Tuition fees
• Prescribed books
• Study materials
• University-accredited accommodation

Documents you will need

• ID document (certified copy)
• Grade 11 final results and Matric latest results, if currently in Matric
• Matric certificate, if completed Matric
• Proof of acceptance/ provisional acceptance/ application
• Most recent official academic transcripts, if currently studying
• Parents or guardians ID documents/ death certificate if deceased
• Parents or guardians proof of household income (3 months payslips if employed/ affidavit if unemployed/ SASSA documents if receiving a grant)
• Unabridged Birth Certificate, which includes your parents’ details (optional)
• Motivational letter to support your application (max 1 page) (read our tips on how to write a motivational letter for your bursary application)
• Curriculum Vitae

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
   SAPOA Bursary Application 2027

   Applications must be submitted online at: SAPOA Bursary Application 2027

4. Submit before the closing date

   Usually closes around September. Late applications are almost never accepted.

Applications for the current cycle have closed. This bursary usually opens again each year, so prepare your documents now and check back.

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Contact the bursary provider

• Email [email protected]
• Email [email protected]
• Phone 011 883 0679

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

About SAPOA

The South African Property Owners Association (SAPOA) represents the commercial and industrial property sector. Its bursary trust was formed in 2009.