Key Facts
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- Applications Open
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- Field of Study
- Study Level
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2027
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Eligibility Requirements
- NQF Level 7 undergraduate degree or advanced diploma, 60%+ average (new applicants)
- Passed at least 3 modules with a 60% average (2nd-year PGD/Honours applicants)
- Does not already hold a postgraduate degree at the same or higher level
- Not a permanent UNISA staff member
Documents Needed
- Certified copy of South African ID
- Academic transcript showing your undergraduate or advanced diploma results
- Proof of UNISA registration
About UNISA Postgraduate Diploma and Honours Bursary
The UNISA Postgraduate Diploma and Honours Bursary, run by the University of South Africa, funds NQF Level 7 graduates moving into Postgraduate Diploma or Honours study through UNISA's distance learning model.
Reapply every year, even if you held this bursary in 2026 - UNISA doesn't automatically renew postgraduate funding, so treat it as a fresh application each academic cycle.
Funding Details
The bursary provides financial support for Postgraduate Diploma and Honours study at UNISA, subject to available funding each cycle.
Where You Can Study
This bursary is specific to UNISA's own Postgraduate Diploma and Honours programmes, delivered through its distance learning model.
About University of South Africa (UNISA)
The University of South Africa (UNISA) is Africa's largest open distance learning institution, enrolling students across South Africa and internationally through a distance-based model rather than a physical campus.UNISA…
View full provider profile →Fields of Study & Who Can Apply
New applicants need an NQF Level 7 undergraduate degree or advanced diploma with at least 60% average. If you're already in your second year of PGD or Honours study, you need to have passed at least three modules with a 60% average. You may not already hold a postgraduate degree at the same or higher NQF level, and permanent UNISA staff members don't qualify.
Application Procedure
Apply directly with the provider using the official application link below, before the closing date.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does this bursary renew automatically each year?
No - you must submit a new application every year, even if you received the bursary previously.
Can UNISA staff apply?
No, permanent UNISA staff members are not eligible for this bursary.
What if I already hold a postgraduate degree?
You don't qualify if you already hold a postgraduate degree at the same or a higher NQF level than the one you're applying to fund.
How do I apply?
Entirely online through the myUnisa student portal.
