Southern African Transport Conference (SATC) Bursary

The Southern African Transport Conference (SATC) bursary is an excellent opportunity for students who are passionate about transportation and wish to make a real impact in Southern Africa’s transport industry. Designed to support postgraduate research, this bursary provides financial assistance for Master’s and Doctoral students, allowing them to focus on their studies and contribute to innovative solutions in the transport sector.

Fields of Study Covered

The SATC bursary is aimed at students pursuing postgraduate studies, specifically a Master’s or Doctoral research component in Transportation. This opportunity is ideal for those who want to contribute to innovative solutions and contemporary trends in the transport industry in Southern Africa.

What the Bursary Covers & Programme Benefits

The SATC bursary provides R170,000 (tax-free), which is paid directly to the university where the student is undertaking their research. Payments are made in two equal instalments: half in February and half in July.
The bursary is awarded for one academic year and may be renewed annually based on satisfactory academic progress. This support allows students to focus on their research without financial constraints, promoting high-quality contributions to the transport sector.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Be a South African citizen or a citizen of one of the SADC countries.
• Be studying or admitted to study full-time towards a Master’s or Doctoral research component in Transportation.
• Be enrolled at a recognised university in South Africa.
• Not receiving any other bursaries, scholarships, or funding.
• Agree to the conditions stated on the bursary application form.

The SADC countries include: South Africa, Lesotho, Zimbabwe, Namibia, Botswana, Mozambique, Mauritius, Zambia, Tanzania, Malawi, Democratic Republic of Congo, Angola, Madagascar, Seychelles, Comoros, and Eswatini.

Application Process

To apply for the SATC bursary:

1. Download and complete the SATC Bursary Application 2026 (.docx) form.
2. Submit the completed application along with all required documents via email to Jacqui Oosthuyzen (SATC Secretariat) at [email protected], with the subject line: “SATC Bursary 2026”.

Required Documents

Applicants must submit clear copies of the following documents along with the application:

• Recent head-and-shoulders photograph
• Certified copy of the Matric certificate
• Certified copy of membership certificates of professional bodies
• Certified copies of degree certificates and academic records
  Failure to submit any of these documents may result in disqualification.

Final Thoughts

The SATC bursary offers an excellent opportunity for postgraduate students in the transport field to advance their studies and contribute to innovative solutions in Southern Africa’s transport sector. With a generous bursary value, clear eligibility criteria, and a structured application process, aspiring students should seize this chance to secure funding for their Master’s or Doctoral research.

For any queries, applicants can contact Jacqui Oosthuyzen (SATC Secretariat) at 083 324 9622 or [email protected].