Monocle Foundation Bursary
Any Level
Various
Amount not specified
South African Citizens Only
About This Bursary
Monocle Foundation Bursary South Africa 2026
ABOUT THE BURSARY PROVIDER – MONOCLE FOUNDATION
Monocle is an independent, management consulting firm specialising in banking and insurance. The company was established in 2002 and currently has offices in Johannesburg, Cape Town, London and Amsterdam.
The Monocle Foundation was established in 2014, with the goal of providing tertiary funding to female students from previously disadvantaged backgrounds, pursuing studies in fields of study that are relevant to Monocle.
ABOUT THE MONOCLE FOUNDATION BURSARY PROGRAMME – FIELDS COVERED
The Monocle Foundation is inviting students to apply for their bursary programme, for the
2026 academic year
.
Bursaries will be awarded to
previously disadvantaged black females
, for
Undergraduate or Postgraduate
studies, including but not limited to the following fields:
Accounting
Computer Science
Economics
Engineering
Finance
Mathematics
Medicine
** RELATED BURSARIES **
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Bursaries and Scholarships for female students
here
.
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Science Bursaries and Scholarships
here
.
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Medicine Bursaries and Scholarships
here
.
View our other
Bursaries OPEN for application
here
.
MORE ABOUT THE MONOCLE FOUNDATION BURSARY PROGRAMME – EXPENSES COVERED & SELECTION
The bursary will provide comprehensive cover for the following expenses: tuition fees, book and study material allowance, laptop, accommodation and a subsistence allowance. Students will also receive career counselling and a MS Office course.
www.zabursaries.co.za is committed to keeping you up to date with the latest bursary opportunities, and this article covers all details about the Monocle Foundation Bursary.
Candidates will be shortlisted by the Trustees and contacted during November 2025, successful applicants will then be selected by mid-December 2025. All applicants will receive feedback on the outcome of their application.
The first step of the selection process is a telephonic screening with the Trust Administrator, followed by a personal meeting with The Trust Administrator. Next, shortlisted candidates will attend a one-on-one interview with one of the Trustees.
MORE ABOUT THE MONOCLE FOUNDATION BURSARY PROGRAMME – OBLIGATIONS
Bursary recipients will NOT be required to pay back or work back the funds to the Trust, after graduation.
Students must provide regular updates to the Trust regarding their studies and progression and provide their final academic results to the Trust.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE MONOCLE FOUNDATION BURSARY
Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying (please note that failure to satisfy all the requirements will lead to your application not being considered):
You must a South African citizen
You must be Female
You must be Black (African, Coloured, Indian or Asian)
You must have completed Matric
You must be studying towards an Undergraduate or Postgraduate degree, in one of the fields of study listed above (other fields of study may also be considered)
You must be in your second or higher year of study
You must be studying at a recognised and accredited tertiary institution in South Africa
You must be in financial need, with limited to no funding towards your education
You must NOT be receiving any other
bursary
funding
HOW TO APPLY FOR THE MONOCLE FOUNDATION BURSARY
Applications must be submitted online at:
Monocle Foundation Bursary 2026
Enter “www.zabursaries.co.za” in the field asking how you heard about the Monocle Foundation Bursary.
Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your online application (the submission of these documents is compulsory – if any items are missing, your application may be disqualified):
ID document (certified copy)
Matric certificate (certified copy)
Full academic record/ transcripts (on institutions letterhead & stamped by the University)
Degree certificate, if a postgraduate student (certified copy)
Breakdown of funds required for 2026 (including tuition fees, study support and books, accommodation, and subsistence allowance)
Updated
Curriculum Vitae
Letter that includes the following details (addressed to the Trustees of the Monocle Foundation Trust):
Information and background about yourself
Field of study
Career ambitions
Motivation
– why you should be awarded the bursary
CLOSING DATE FOR THE MONOCLE FOUNDATION BURSARY
1 November 2025.
(Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted – please apply before the closing date to ensure your application is considered.)
CONTACT THE BURSARY PROVIDER
For any queries related to this bursary programme, please contact the Monocle Foundation directly:
Contact page: https://www.monoclesolutions.com/en-za/contact-us
Please do NOT contact the Monocle Foundation if this bursary has already closed. View our other bursaries open for application here:
https://www.zabursaries.co.za/bursary-news/
This bursary listing was last updated in August 2025.
SA Bursaries wishes you the best of luck with your application! Please remember to SHARE this page with anyone you know who may be in need of bursary funding.
What's Covered
See description details.
Eligibility Criteria
See description details.
Application Requirements
See description details.
Important Dates
Application Deadline:
Feb 07, 2026
Bursary Details
Category:
Medical
Study Level:
Any Level
Funding Type:
Full Funding
Reference:
BUR-5DA88B12