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Survé Philanthropies

Survé Philanthropies Bursary

Closes

Not specified

Value

Financial assistance

Level

Matric or Tertiary

For

SA Citizens

Sector

Business, Medicine & Science

About this bursary

The Iqbal Survé Bursary Fund provides financial backing to South African students pursuing tertiary education at recognised universities or colleges. Managed by Survé Philanthropies, the grant targets candidates who experience financial barriers while working towards their qualifications.

The organisation aims to uplift historically disadvantaged communities by widening access to higher education. Alongside monetary assistance, the programme focuses on personal development and long-term academic growth to help young people build sustainable careers.

Recipients must actively track their academic performance throughout the year. Student support services and career development guidance form an integral part of the bursary agreement.

Courses of study covered

Business Studies
Medicine
Science
Qualifications aligned to Business
Qualifications aligned to Medicine
Qualifications aligned to Science

What the bursary covers

Financial cover for tertiary studies
Ongoing academic performance tracking
Access to career support services
Student growth and development guidance

Who can apply

You qualify if

  • You must hold South African citizenship.
  • You must currently be in matric or have already completed your matric exams.
  • You must be enrolled or planning to enroll in a business, medical, or science qualification.
  • You need an acceptance letter or proof of registration from a public South African university or college.
  • You must show a solid academic record and clear financial need.
  • You must originate from a historically disadvantaged background.

You do not qualify if

  • Applicants who are not South African citizens.
  • Students pursuing qualifications outside of business, science, or health fields.
  • Candidates without proof of acceptance at an accredited South African institution.

Documents you need to submit

  • Certified copy of your South African ID document
  • Certified copy of your latest academic results or matric certificate
  • Certified copy of your university or college acceptance letter or proof of registration
  • Certified copies of parents or guardians ID documents
  • Parents or guardians proof of income (recent payslips, affidavit if unemployed, or SASSA grant statement)
  • Proof of residential address
  • Three months of recent bank statements
  • Recent headshot photograph

Ensure all submitted document copies are clearly certified.

How to apply

  1. 1
    Collect clear digital copies of all mandatory certified documents.
  2. 2
    Open the official online application portal on JotForm.
  3. 3
    Fill in all personal, academic, and household financial details.
  4. 4
    Upload the required supporting records and your photograph.
  5. 5
    Submit your completed form through the application link.

How you are selected

1
Applications are reviewed to ensure all entry prerequisites and document requirements are met.
2
Selection emphasizes academic merit, financial necessity, and background context.
3
Successful applicants will be contacted directly by the foundation.

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Last verified: September 2026   ·   Category: Medical   ·   Reviewed by grantZA Editorial
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