The Monocle Foundation invites applications for its Bursary Programme 2026. This opportunity is designed for previously disadvantaged black females pursuing Undergraduate or Postgraduate studies in South Africa. The bursaries cover a range of fields including Accounting, Computer Science, Economics, Engineering, Finance, Mathematics, and Medicine.
Bursary Benefits
- Full tuition fees
- Books and study materials allowance
- Laptop
- Accommodation and subsistence allowance
- Career counselling and an MS Office course
Eligibility Criteria
- South African citizenship
- Female and Black (African, Coloured, Indian, or Asian)
- Completed Grade 12 / Matric
- Currently enrolled in the second or higher year of an Undergraduate or Postgraduate programme
- Studying at an accredited tertiary institution in South Africa
- Financial need with limited or no current funding
- No other bursary funding
There is no obligation to repay the bursary or work for the Trust after graduation. However, recipients must provide regular academic updates.