Pharmaceutical Society of South Africa (PSSA) Bursaries 2034

Applications are open for interested and suitably qualified candidates for the Pharmaceutical Society of South Africa (PSSA) Bursaries 2024. The entire application details for the Pharmaceutical Society of South Africa (PSSA) Bursaries 2024 can be accessed below.

Pharmaceutical Society of South Africa (PSSA) Bursaries

The Pharmaceutical Society of South Africa (PSSA) invites South African students to apply for Bursary Programme 2024 academic year.

The Pharmaceutical Society of South Africa (PSSA) offers bursary funding for students pursuing Pharmacy-related studies at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels for the 2024 academic year. Here are the key details and requirements for these bursaries:

Undergraduate Bursary:

• Eligibility:
  • South African citizenship.
  • Completion of Matric.
  • Full-time enrollment in a BPharm qualification.
  • Must be in your 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year of study (1st-year students are not eligible).
  • Enrollment at a recognized South African tertiary institute.
  • PSSA student membership (membership is free).
  • Passing of all previous subjects/modules.
  • A minimum overall average of 60% at mid-year.
  • Demonstrated financial need (family income less than R130,000 per annum before tax).
• Application Process:
  • Download and complete the PSSA Bursary Application Form 2024 (Undergraduate).
  • Include “StudentRoom.co.za” in the field asking how you heard about the PSSA bursary.
  • Submit clear copies of required documents, including ID document, academic record, motivational letter from a pharmacy lecturer, and financial declaration.
  • Submit the completed application through email ([email protected]), delivery, or Postnet.

Postgraduate Bursary:

• Eligibility:
  • South African citizenship.
  • Completion of Matric.
  • Completion of an undergraduate qualification.
  • Full-time enrollment in a postgraduate (Masters or Doctoral) Pharmacy qualification.
  • Enrollment at a recognized South African tertiary institute.
  • PSSA student membership.
• Application Process:
  • Postgraduate applications will open in March 2024 (note that the application period is not currently open).

Important Notes:

• Certified copies of documents must be submitted; do not submit original documents.
• The bursary does not cover existing loans or outstanding student debts.
• Applicants will receive email confirmation upon application receipt.
• Shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and unsuccessful applicants may not receive feedback.
• The final decision will be made by the Committee, and no correspondence will be entered into regarding the decision.
• Postgraduate candidates should read the Guidelines for award of the SAAHIP post-graduate bursary before applying (link may be provided when applications open).

Make sure to review all eligibility criteria and follow the application instructions carefully. If you have any specific questions or need further information, you can contact the provided email address or address for inquiries.

Application Deadline: 06 October 2023