Key Facts
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- Field of Study
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Eligibility Requirements
- Currently in first year of a dietetics degree, or have just completed first year (second-year-and-beyond applicants are not eligible to apply fresh)
- Valid South African ID
- Able to demonstrate genuine financial need
- Evidence of leadership potential, community involvement or extracurricular commitment
About Adsa Bursary
The ADSA Bursary is offered by the Association for Dietetics in South Africa (ADSA), the national professional body representing registered dietitians in South Africa. Running since 2013, the programme provides financial assistance to undergraduate dietetics students who demonstrate genuine financial need, with the aim of supporting the training of the next generation of South African dietitians.
Funding Details
Reported benefit amounts vary by source: some describe R36,000 per year paid directly to the student's university account for the second, third and fourth years of study, while others describe partial cover of up to R30,000 per year toward registration fees, textbooks and accommodation. Recipients also receive free ADSA student membership for the duration of the bursary.
Where You Can Study
Open to undergraduate Dietetics students at recognised South African universities offering an accredited dietetics qualification.
About Association for Dietetics in South Africa (ADSA)
The Association for Dietetics in South Africa (ADSA) is the professional, not-for-profit membership body representing Registered Dietitians in South Africa. It exists to serve the interests of dietitians, support the gro…
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Open to students currently in their first year of a dietetics degree, or who have just completed their first year, at a recognised South African university. Students beyond their second year of study are not eligible to newly apply.
Application Procedure
Apply directly with the provider using the official application link below, before the closing date.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does "ADSA" stand for in this context?
ADSA refers to the Association for Dietetics in South Africa, the national professional body for registered dietitians, confirmed via its own official bursaries page (adsa.org.za/adsa-bursaries/). This is distinct from any other organisation that may share the ADSA acronym.
How much is the bursary actually worth?
Reported figures are inconsistent between sources — R36,000 per year in one description versus up to R30,000 per year in another. This may reflect different bursary tiers or changes between years; confirm the exact current value directly with ADSA when applying.
Has the deadline passed?
The most recently verified closing date was 8 December 2025, which has already lapsed. Check ADSA's official bursaries page for the next intake.
