Key facts
- Status
- Applications closed Closed 6 December 2021
- Provider
- South African Landscapers Institute
- Academic year
- 2027
- Last checked
- September 2026
No 2027 call had been published when we checked.
VerifiedThe South African Landscapers Institute has raised standards in the landscaping industry since 1984. Its bursary helps diploma graduates move on to advanced diplomas in landscape architecture and construction management.
About the SALI Bursary
- For the Advanced Diploma in Landscape Architecture or Landscape Construction Management.
- Funding for one academic year, paid to the institution.
- Students must keep a 60% average.
SALI Bursary eligibility requirements
- South African citizen.
- In the final year of a diploma, starting an advanced diploma the next year.
- At least a 60% average for the current year.
How to apply for the SALI Bursary
- Email SALI to confirm a round is open and get the form.
- Attach a certified ID, academic record, proof of registration, a motivation letter and any work-integrated learning documents.
- Email it to cape@sali.co.za with your full name in the subject line.
Closing date
6 December in the last dated round (2021). No 2027 date has been announced.
Contact details
- Email: cape@sali.co.za or info@sali.co.za
- Website: sali.co.za
Horticulture students should also see the SANA bursary, the ILASA bursary and the Hortgro bursary.
FAQs
1. When does the SALI bursary close for 2027? +
No 2027 call had been published when we checked. The last dated round closed on 6 December 2021, for students starting an advanced diploma the next year. Email SALI to ask about 2027.
2. What is SALI? +
The South African Landscapers Institute, founded in 1984, which represents and sets standards for landscaping contractors, suppliers and professionals.
3. Which qualifications? +
Advanced Diploma in Landscape Architecture and Advanced Diploma in Landscape Construction Management.
4. Who qualified? +
South African citizens in the final year of a diploma, planning to start one of those advanced diplomas the next year, with at least a 60% average.
5. What did it cover? +
Funding for one academic year, paid to the institution. It did not cover earlier fees.
6. How did students apply? +
By emailing the SALI bursary form with a certified ID, academic record, proof of registration, a motivation letter of at least 150 words and any work-integrated learning documents to cape@sali.co.za.
Update note (checked September 2026): no 2027 call had been published when we checked. The last dated round closed on 6 December 2021. Email SALI’s Cape office to ask whether it will offer a bursary for 2027. The details below are from the last published call.
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