Beefmaster Group Bursary Programme
Beefmaster Group
The Beefmaster Group Bursary supports final-year South African undergraduate students completing a BSc Agriculture majoring in agricultural economics, animal science or animal production. Beefmaster, one of South Africa's largest family-owned beef producers (Kimberley and Christiana), offers it as part of its human capital development strategy; the 2026 round covered full tuition, accommodation, prescribed books and approved study-related costs for the final year.
- Amount
- Full bursary for the final year - the 2026 round covered tuition, accommodation, prescribed books and study materials, and approved study-related costs
- Deadline
- Closed 31 August 2026
- Renewable
- No
Eligible Fields of Study
Beefmaster Group supports students in the following disciplines
Eligibility Requirements
- ✓ South African citizen
- ✓ Final-year undergraduate student in the year of funding
- ✓ Studying towards one of the listed BSc Agriculture qualifications at an accredited South African institution
- ✓ Outstanding academic record
- ✓ Genuine passion for and commitment to the South African agricultural sector
What's Included
- ✓ Tuition fees
- ✓ Accommodation
- ✓ Prescribed books and study materials
- ✓ Additional approved study-related costs
How to Apply
Steps to complete your Beefmaster Group bursary application
- 1
Confirm you will be in the final year of a BSc Agriculture majoring in agricultural economics, animal science or animal production
- 2
Prepare a concise CV with your personal and contact details
- 3
Write a half-page motivation explaining why you should be awarded the bursary
- 4
Attach certified copies of your South African ID, Grade 12/Matric certificate and an official academic record covering all years of study, including your latest results
- 5
Email your application to blanche.mpiwa@beefmaster.co.za before the closing date (31 August 2026 for the 2027 academic year)
- 6
Attend an interview if shortlisted - only shortlisted candidates are contacted
- 7
Sign the bursary agreement with Beefmaster Group if your application is successful
Required Documents
- 📄 Concise CV with personal and contact details
- 📄 Half-page motivation letter
- 📄 Certified copy of South African ID
- 📄 Certified copy of the Grade 12/Matric certificate
- 📄 Official academic record reflecting all years of study, including your latest results
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who is eligible for the Beefmaster Group Bursary?
- South African citizens in their final year of undergraduate study towards a BSc Agriculture majoring in agricultural economics, animal science or animal production, with an outstanding academic record.
- What does the Beefmaster Group Bursary cover?
- The 2026 round covered full tuition fees, accommodation, prescribed books and study materials, and additional approved study-related costs for the final year. The 2027 advert did not list the cover, so confirm it in your bursary agreement.
- How do I apply for the Beefmaster Group Bursary?
- Email a concise CV, a half-page motivation and certified copies of your ID, Matric certificate and full academic record to blanche.mpiwa@beefmaster.co.za while the call is open. Shortlisted candidates are interviewed, and successful candidates sign a bursary agreement with Beefmaster Group.
- When does the Beefmaster Group Bursary close?
- Applications for the 2027 academic year closed on 31 August 2026 (the call was posted on 20 July 2026). The 2026 round closed on 30 December 2025, so the window moves from year to year. As of 12 October 2026 the 2028 round had not been announced.
2027 applications have closed
The 2027 application window closed on 31 August 2026.
Beefmaster advertised bursaries for the 2027 academic year on 20 July 2026, with a closing date of 31 August 2026. The previous round (for 2026) closed on 30 December 2025, so timing varies; 2028 dates had not been announced as of 12 October 2026.
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Information verified 2026-10-12. Always confirm details on the funder's official website before applying.
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