Apply for the City of Cape Town Bursary Programme 2027. Financial assistance available for students studying scarce and critical skills qualifications. Closing date: 31 August 2026.
The City of Cape Town is inviting eligible South African students to apply for its 2027 Bursary Programme. This bursary provides financial assistance to academically deserving students pursuing qualifications in scarce and critical skills areas that support the City’s future workforce needs.
If you are a resident of the City of Cape Town and need financial assistance to further your studies in 2027, this opportunity could help fund your tertiary education.
Applications are encouraged from:
Who Should Apply?
- South African citizens
- Students residing within the City of Cape Town metropolitan area
- Grade 12 learners planning to study in 2027
- Current tertiary students
- Academically strong students
- Students with financial need
- Individuals pursuing studies in approved scarce and critical skills fields
Fields of Study Supported
The bursary may support qualifications in the following fields and other identified scarce skills areas:
- Accounting
- Actuarial Science
- Auditing
- Computer Science
- Construction Management
- Data Science
- Engineering
- Environmental Health
- Geographical Information Systems (GIS)
- Horticulture
- Industrial Psychology
- Information Systems
- Information Technology
- Law
- Library and Information Science
- Occupational Health
- Pharmacy
- Primary Health Care
- Project Management
- Public Health
- Renewable Energy
- Supply Chain Management
- Transport Network Management
- Urban Design
- Valuation
- Water Management
Applicants should consult the official bursary advert for the latest list of approved qualifications.
What the Bursary Covers
The City of Cape Town Bursary Programme provides financial assistance towards tertiary studies.
Funding may include study-related expenses as determined by the City and the terms of the bursary agreement.
Required Supporting Documents
Applicants may be required to submit:
- Certified copy of South African ID
- Latest academic results
- Matric certificate or latest Grade 12 results
- Proof of registration or acceptance at a recognised institution
- Proof of residence
- Proof of household income
- Academic transcripts (if applicable)
- Any additional supporting documents requested by the City
Why You Should Apply
The City of Cape Town Bursary Programme offers students an opportunity to:
- Access financial support for tertiary studies
- Study in high-demand fields
- Reduce the financial burden of education
- Build skills needed in South Africa’s economy
- Improve future career prospects
Application Deadline
Closing Date: 31 August 2026
Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
How To Apply
Applicants should use the official City of Cape Town bursary application portal and ensure that all required supporting documents are submitted before the applicable closing date.
Click Here To Access City of Cape Town bursary application portal.
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