The South African Council for the Architectural Profession (SACAP) invites South African students enrolled for architecture to apply for the SACAP Student Bursary for the 2026 academic year. The bursary aims to support financially needy students studying at accredited Architectural Learning Sites across the country.
Bursary Application Closing Date: Friday, 05 December 2025 (16:00)
Bursary Provider: South African Council for the Architectural Profession (SACAP)
Location: South Africa (All accredited Architectural Learning Sites)
About the SACAP Student Bursary
SACAP is mandated by section 15(5) of the Architectural Profession Act, No. 44 of 2000 to establish and administer an education fund. This fund is used to support education, training and continuing education for registered persons and students within the architectural profession.
Through this bursary, SACAP provides financial assistance to architecture students who show academic potential but lack sufficient financial resources, with a strong focus on transformation and supporting designated groups.
Who Can Apply for the SACAP Student Bursary?
To qualify for the SACAP Student Bursary, applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:
- You must be a South African citizen
- You must be enrolled to study architecture at an accredited Architectural Learning Site
- Only second year up to Honours architecture students may apply
- Your combined household income must not be more than R350 000 per annum, OR
- If you are a person with a disability, your combined household income must not be more than R600 000 per annum
- Priority will be given to designated groups
Required Documents for the SACAP Bursary Application
Applicants must submit all of the following supporting documents:
- One-page motivational letter explaining why you are applying for student funding
- Certified copy of your valid National Senior Certificate
- Certified copy of latest academic results and full academic record
- Certified copy of South African ID document
- Proof of income (3 months’ payslips) of the student/parent/guardian
- Affidavit if parent/guardian is unemployed
- Three months’ bank statement of the student/parent/guardian
⚠️ Applications without all the required documents may be disqualified.
How to Apply for the SACAP Student Bursary 2026
👉 Click here to apply for the SACAP Student Bursary 2026
All applications must be emailed to the Education Officer at SACAP:
Email: Zama.Mzamo@sacapsa.com
Subject Line Suggestion: SACAP Student Bursary Application 2026 – [Your Full Name]
Your email must include:
- Completed application with all required certified documents
- Your one-page motivation letter
- Your full academic record and latest results
Important Notes
- SACAP reserves the right not to grant a bursary.
- If you do not receive feedback within 2 months of the closing date, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.
- Correspondence will only be sent to successful applicants.
- Ensure your application is submitted on or before 16:00 on Friday, 05 December 2025.
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