Canon Collins Trust Leigh Day Bursary 2026 Requirements & Application

The Leigh Day Bursary is a scholarship that supports disadvantaged law students in completing their LLB studies, offering one of the most direct pathways into legal education for those facing financial constraints. 

You cannot afford to delay, as the opportunities are limited and competitive.

About the Bursary

Leigh Day is a UK law firm dedicated to human rights, known for representing individuals affected by injustice worldwide. 

In partnership with the Canon Collins Trust, they established this scholarship to support students at historically disadvantaged institutions—enabling them to complete their law degrees.

Fields of Study Funded

The scholarship is specifically targeted at LLB students at two institutions:

• University of Fort Hare
• University of the Western Cape

Benefits for Recipients

The bursary covers university fees for the duration of study, enabling recipients to focus fully on completing their LLB degree.

Eligibility Criteria

To be considered, applicants must be:

• Enrolled in an LLB programme at either the University of Fort Hare or the University of the Western Cape; and
• From historically disadvantaged backgrounds, reflecting the scholarship’s mission of expanding access to legal education.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should monitor the Canon Collins Trust website and subscribe to scholarship alerts for updates, such as when the application window opens.

Closing Date

Applications opened on 4 August 2025 and closed on 2 September 2025 at 17:00 (South African time).

Contact Details

For enquiries related to this scholarship, contact Canon Collins Trust directly:

• Email: [email protected]
• Telephone (South Africa): +27 10 500 2303