SARB Art Scholarship

Fields of study

• 1 year Advanced Diploma in Fine Arts (after completing a 3 year undergraduate diploma in Fine Arts)
• 4 year Undergraduate Degree in Fine Arts (final year)
• Honours Degree in Fine Arts (after completing a 3 year undergraduate degree in Fine Arts)
• Masters Degree in Fine Arts

Who can apply

• Be South African citizen
• Be under 35 years old
• Be registered to study towards one of the Fine Art qualifications listed above, in 2027
• Have achieved a minimum overall average of 65% for your studies in the 2026 academic year
• Be accepted to study at a recognised and accredited tertiary institution in South Africa
• Be in financial need and unable to afford to attend university without a scholarship

Documents you will need

• ID document (certified copy)
• 2025 and 2026 academic transcripts (on institutions letterhead)
• Proof of acceptance at a recognised tertiary institution (with a student number)
• Images of 6 to 8 pieces of artwork you produced in 2025 and 2026
• Artist statement, about the following: yourself, your art, why you should be awarded the scholarship and why you need financial support (maximum 300 words)

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
   • SARB Art Scholarship Application 2027
   • SARB Art Scholarship Application 2027 (option 2)

   Email [email protected]

   Option 1: Apply online for the SARB Art Scholarship Application 2027
   Option 2: Download and complete the SARB Art Scholarship Application 2027 (.pdf) Submit your completed application form and supporting documents in any of the following ways: Email: [email protected] Post: Dimpho Nkoana POSTNET Suite 101 Private Bag X153 Bryanston 2021

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]
• Phone 010 746 4366

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

About SARB Art

The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) is the country's central bank, responsible for monetary policy and financial stability.