We would like to announce that the 2027 UNISA Postgraduate Bursary Application will open from 21 September 2026 to 30 November 2026

The core purpose is to provide financial support to postgraduate students through a student-centred platform and assist the university in attracting and supporting postgraduate students in delivering quality research outputs.

Important Notices:

2027 Honours Bursaries Q&A Session

The details of the 2027 Q&A session where you will learn more about the Unisa PG Diploma and Honours Bursary application, awarding and refunds process are as follows:

Date and time will be confirmed at the end of September 2026

2027 Masters and Doctoral Bursary Q&A Session

The details of the 2027 Q&A session where you will learn more about the Unisa Masters and Doctoral Bursary application, awarding and refunds process are as follows:

Date and time will be confirmed at the end of September 2026

To all 2026 Approved & Awarded students:

• Kindly note that the processing of refund(s) and research allowance(s) is still in progress, hence please ensure that all the required documentation have been submitted to the correct administrator as per the email request.

For more information visit:

• Master's and Doctoral Bursary 
• PG Diploma and Honours Bursary