Key Facts
- Status
- Applications Open
- Provider
- Field of Study
- Study Level
- Academic Year
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2027
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Eligibility Requirements
- Registered (or provisionally accepted) for an Honours, Master's or Doctoral qualification in a field relevant to Earth Observation, Space Engineering or Space Science
- Minimum academic average of 65% in the most recent year of study
- Able to submit a research proposal (2 pages for Master's, 4 pages for Doctoral) signed by both the applicant and supervisor
Documents Needed
- Complete academic record from first year onward
- University account statement or NSFAS funding confirmation letter
- Certified copy of ID document (issued within the last 3 months)
- Lecturer/supervisor testimonial (postgraduate applicants)
- Draft research proposal (2 pages for Master's, 4 pages for Doctoral), signed by applicant and supervisor
About Sansa Bursary
The South African National Space Agency (SANSA) offers postgraduate bursaries to Honours, Master's and Doctoral students studying science and engineering fields relevant to the space sector, as part of efforts to grow South Africa's pool of space science and engineering skills in line with the National Development Plan. Bursaries are awarded annually and cover one year of study at a time.
Funding Details
- Honours: R150,000 per annum
- Master's: R160,000 per annum
- Doctoral: R170,000 per annum
Bursaries are awarded for one year at a time and are renewable subject to satisfactory academic progress.
Where You Can Study
Open to postgraduate students registered at any accredited South African university in a qualification relevant to Earth Observation (e.g. remote sensing, GIS, environmental science, geoinformatics), Space Engineering (e.g. computer, electrical, mechanical or mechatronic engineering, IT) or Space Science (e.g. physics, applied mathematics, energy studies).
About South African National Space Agency (SANSA)
SANSA (the South African National Space Agency) coordinates South Africa's space science and technology activities, including earth observation, space operations, and astronomy support. Based at the CSIR campus in Pretor…
View full provider profile →- Address
- Building 10, CSIR Campus, Meiring Naudé Road, Brummeria, Pretoria, 0184
- Phone
- 012 844 6810
- information@sansa.org.za
Fields of Study & Who Can Apply
Applicants must be pursuing an Honours, Master's or Doctoral qualification in a field aligned to one of SANSA's three programme areas -- Earth Observation, Space Engineering, or Space Science -- and must maintain an academic average of at least 65% in their most recent year of study.
Application Procedure
Apply directly with the provider using the official application link below, before the closing date.
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Questions about this application?
Contact South African National Space Agency (SANSA) directly:
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this bursary open to undergraduate students?
No. SANSA's bursary programme is postgraduate-only, covering Honours, Master's and Doctoral study.
How long does the funding last?
Bursaries are awarded one year at a time and must be reapplied for or renewed annually, subject to satisfactory academic progress.
Can I apply by email or post?
No. SANSA states that applications submitted through any channel other than its official online portal will not be accepted.
