Medical Bursaries

Healthcare is one of the most important sectors in South Africa, and the demand for qualified medical professionals continues to grow. To support this need, there are numerous medical bursaries available to help students fund their studies in medicine, nursing, dentistry, pharmacy, and other healthcare fields.

These bursaries cover a wide range of disciplines, from emergency medical care, dentistry, biochemistry, and audiology to nursing and specialized medical research. They are offered by hospitals, healthcare groups, medical associations, government departments, and private trusts — all working to ensure that future doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and healthcare specialists can complete their education without financial stress.

Whether you are just starting your medical studies or pursuing postgraduate research, these bursaries can assist with tuition fees, clinical training, and in some cases, living expenses. Many also provide graduates with practical work experience or community service opportunities to prepare them for careers in the healthcare sector.

Below is a list of Medical Bursaries in South Africa for 2025:

• Emergency Medical Care Bursaries 2025
• Dental & Dentistry Bursaries 2025
• Biochemistry Bursaries 2025
• Audiology Bursaries 2025
• AbbVie and SASA Scholarship
• Association for Dietetics in South Africa (ADSA) Bursary
• Clicks Foundation Bursary
• DENOSA Bursary
• Dr Aadil Moerat Trust Bursary
• Gauteng College of Nursing Bursary
• Homoeopathic Association of SA Bursary
• Life Healthcare Bursary
• Mediclinic / ER24 Bursary
• Mediclinic Bursary
• Morton and Partners Bursary
• Mpumalanga Department of Health Bursary
• Nelson Mandela Children’s Hospital Bursary
• Netcare Bursary
• Pharmaceutical Society of South Africa (PSSA)/FPE Bursaries
• Poliomyelitis Research Foundation (PRF) Bursaries
• SASLHA Bursary
• South African Medical Association Bursary
• South African Veterinary Foundation (SAVF) Bursary
• Spes Bona Initiative for Medical Education / Vesalius Scholarship

These bursaries not only provide financial relief but also create a pathway for students to gain valuable skills and contribute to South Africa’s healthcare system.