PSSA Bursaries (Undergraduate)
The France-South Africa Scholarship is a prestigious award offered to South African students who wish to pursue higher education in France. The scholarship is funded by the French Embassy in South Africa and aims to promote academic and cultural exchange between the two countries.
The scholarship covers tuition fees, living expenses, and travel costs. It also provides health insurance and assistance with accommodation. Applicants must be South African citizens, demonstrate academic excellence, and show a strong interest in studying in France. The scholarship seeks to foster cooperation and collaboration between France and South Africa, while also promoting cultural understanding and exchange.
Eligibility Requirements
- You must be a South African citizen
- You must have completed Matric
- You must be studying full-time towards a BPharm qualification
- You must be entering your 2nd, 3rd or 4th year of study (1st year students will not be funded)
- You must be studying at a recognised tertiary institute in South Africa
- You must be a PSSA student member (membership is free, email nitsa@pssa.org.za for more info)
- You must have passed all your previous subjects/ modules
- You must have achieved a minimum overall average of 60% at mid-year
- You must have proven financial need (with family income of less than R130 000 per annum before tax)
For thorough eligibility and selection information, visit the official website or contact the organizers directly.