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Eligibility Requirements
- Must reside in the Western Cape
- Must have matriculated in South Africa
- Must be a full-time undergraduate student
- Must be registered or seeking registration at UWC, CPUT, UCT, or Stellenbosch University
- Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply
About Grandwest Bursary
The GrandWest Bursary is a Corporate Social Investment initiative of GrandWest, the Cape Town casino and entertainment resort operated by Sun International, established in 2007 to support students from disadvantaged Western Cape communities. Since its founding the fund has assisted well over a thousand students with tertiary study costs.
The bursary is restricted to residents of the Western Cape studying at a defined list of Western Cape public universities, and applications are handled directly by GrandWest/Sun International via email rather than a public online portal.
Funding Details
Based on GrandWest's published guidance, the bursary covers registration fees, tuition fees, and a textbook allowance. It does not appear to cover accommodation or general stationery costs. The bursary is non-repayable, but recipients are asked to complete community-service hours as part of the programme's community-upliftment ethos.
Where You Can Study
Limited to the University of the Western Cape (UWC), Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT), the University of Cape Town (UCT), and Stellenbosch University. Priority fields of study include Tourism and Hospitality, Information Technology, Agriculture, Entrepreneurship, Human Resources, Marketing, Finance, and Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
About GrandWest Casino
GrandWest Casino and Entertainment World is a large casino, hotel and entertainment complex in Goodwood, Cape Town, owned and operated by Sun International, one of Africa's largest hospitality, gaming and leisure groups.…
View full provider profile →Fields of Study & Who Can Apply
Applicants must reside in the Western Cape, have matriculated in South Africa, be enrolled full-time as undergraduates, and be registered (or seeking to register) at the University of the Western Cape, Cape Peninsula University of Technology, the University of Cape Town, or Stellenbosch University. Applicants living with a disability are specifically encouraged to 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
Who actually runs the GrandWest bursary?
GrandWest is a casino and entertainment resort; its bursary fund is administered as part of the Corporate Social Investment programme of its operator, Sun International (application correspondence uses a suninternational.com email address).
How do I apply?
There is no public online application form. Prospective applicants request the application form by emailing studywithgrandwest@suninternational.com with "GrandWest Bursary" in the subject line, as confirmed by published university financial-aid pages.
When does the current cycle close?
A closing date of 15 January has been reported for the 2026 intake, but that window has already passed relative to today (28 August 2026), and no confirmed date for the next intake could be verified. Contact Sun International directly or watch official university bursary pages for the next opening.
Is the bursary open outside the Western Cape?
No — it is explicitly restricted to Western Cape residents studying at the four listed institutions.
