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2027
Eligibility Requirements
- Registered for Honours, Masters or Doctoral study at a South African university
- Dissertation or research topic relating to South African history, preferably KwaZulu-Natal history
- Complete application including course level, institution, faculty, and supervisor's name and contact details
- May be required to attend an interview with the SANS selection committee
Documents Needed
- Full name, gender and contact details
- Academic qualifications and background
- Intended dissertation or thesis topic and research outline
- Course level (Honours, Masters or Doctoral) and institution/faculty details
- Supervisor's name and contact details
- Proof of registration/payment
About Sans Killie Campbell Bursary
The SANS Killie Campbell Bursary is awarded by the South African National Society (SANS), a heritage organisation based in Durban, in memory of Dr Killie Campbell (1881-1965). Her extensive collection of Africana books, artwork, photographs and oral histories was bequeathed to the University of KwaZulu-Natal, where it forms the Killie Campbell Africana Library.
The bursary supports postgraduate students - at Honours, Masters or Doctoral level - undertaking dissertation or thesis research on a South African history topic, with preference given to research focused on KwaZulu-Natal history. It is a modest, once-off award rather than an ongoing multi-year bursary, reflecting SANS's role as a small heritage society rather than a large corporate or government funder.
SANS pays the R25,000 award in two equal instalments of R12,500, with the first paid shortly after the award is announced and the second released once the recipient's supervisor confirms satisfactory progress. Recipients are expected to present their research topic to the Society and submit their completed dissertation for publication on the SANS website.
Funding Details
The bursary is worth R25,000 in total, paid in two equal instalments of R12,500 - the first shortly after the award is announced, and the second once the recipient's supervisor confirms satisfactory academic progress.
Where You Can Study
Open to postgraduate students at any accredited South African university undertaking historical research, with preference given to research relating to KwaZulu-Natal history.
About South African National Society (SANS)
The South African National Society (SANS) is a heritage organisation dedicated to "cultivating an appreciation for South Africa's heritage," active for over a century and based in Durban. It runs regular meetings, a heri…
View full provider profile →Fields of Study & Who Can Apply
- Students enrolled at an accredited South African university for Honours, Masters or Doctoral study
- Research or dissertation topic focused on South African history, with preference for KwaZulu-Natal-related topics
- Willing to present a topic outline to a SANS meeting and submit the completed dissertation for publication on the Society's website
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 funds the SANS Killie Campbell Bursary?
The South African National Society (SANS), a Durban-based heritage organisation, funds and administers the bursary in memory of Dr Killie Campbell, whose Africana collection became the Killie Campbell Africana Library at the University of KwaZulu-Natal.
How much is the bursary worth?
R25,000 in total, paid in two instalments of R12,500 each.
What kind of research does it support?
Postgraduate (Honours, Masters or Doctoral) research on South African history, with preference given to topics relating to KwaZulu-Natal history.
How do I apply?
There is no formal application form. Applicants contact the SANS secretary with their academic details, intended dissertation topic, institution and supervisor's contact details - see the Society's bursaries page for current contact details.
When does the bursary open for the next cycle?
The most recent cycle closed on 31 July 2026. SANS had not published 2027 dates at the time of writing (August 2026) - check the Society's bursaries page closer to the next cycle.
