Pharmaceutical Society of South Africa (PSSA) Bursaries 2025

The Pharmaceutical Society of South Africa (PSSA) invites South African students to apply for Bursary Programme 2025 academic year.

Bursary Application Closing Date: 06 October 2024

PSSA Bursaries for Pharmacy Students (2025)

Funding Available For:

• Undergraduate BPharm students (2nd year or higher)
• Postgraduate students (Masters/Doctoral) in Pharmacy

Undergraduate Bursary:

• Eligibility Requirements:
  • South African citizen
  • Completed Matric
  • Studying full-time towards a BPharm qualification
  • In 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year (1st-year students not eligible)
  • Enrolled at a recognized tertiary institute in South Africa
  • PSSA student member (membership is free)
  • Passed all previous subjects with a 60%+ average at mid-year
  • Proven financial need (family income under R130,000 per annum)

Postgraduate Bursary:

• Applications open in March 2025.
• Eligibility Requirements:
  • South African citizen
  • Completed undergraduate studies
  • Studying full-time towards a Masters or Doctoral Pharmacy qualification
  • Enrolled at a recognized tertiary institute in South Africa
  • Must be a PSSA member

How to Apply:

• Download and complete the PSSA Bursary Application Form 2025.
• Submit clear copies of supporting documents (certified) including:
  • ID document
  • Full academic transcript
  • Motivational letter from a Pharmacy lecturer
  • Financial proof (parents/guardians’ income, etc.)
• Send the completed application via email to nitsa@pssa.org.za or fax to 0866 159 835.

Important Notes:

• Certified copies are mandatory.
• The bursary will not cover existing loans or debts.
• Applicants will be contacted if shortlisted.
• Decisions are final, with no further correspondence.

Closing Dates:

• Undergraduate Bursary: 6 October 2024
• Postgraduate Bursary: Opens in March 2025