IMASA Health Science Bursary Fund
Islamic Medical Association of South Africa (IMASA) (administered in association with Baytul Nur)
The IMASA Health Science Bursary Fund is a needs-based, Zakaat and donation-funded bursary that helps financially disadvantaged South African students pursue health science qualifications such as medicine, dentistry, nursing and pharmacy. Administered by the Islamic Medical Association of South Africa in association with Baytul Nur, it provides partial or full tuition support together with mentorship from established healthcare professionals. It is aimed at academically capable students who have genuine financial need and are enrolled, or intending to enrol, in a recognised health science programme.
- Amount
- Partial or full tuition coverage (needs-based, not a fixed value)
- Deadline
- To be announced
- Renewable
- Yes
Eligible Fields of Study
Islamic Medical Association of South Africa (IMASA) (administered in association with Baytul Nur) supports students in the following disciplines
Eligibility Requirements
- ✓ South African citizen or permanent resident
- ✓ Enrolled in, or intending to enrol in, a health science programme at a recognised institution
- ✓ Demonstrate academic potential and merit
- ✓ Demonstrate genuine financial need (no disposable income after expenses)
- ✓ Submit supporting documents including proof of citizenship, proof of institutional acceptance or registration, academic transcripts and a motivation letter
What's Included
- ✓ Financial support towards tuition and study-related expenses (partial or full tuition)
- ✓ Support towards living and residential accommodation costs for students with financial need
- ✓ Mentorship and guidance from healthcare professionals
- ✓ Access to IMASA's professional network of medical and health science practitioners
How to Apply
Steps to complete your Islamic Medical Association of South Africa (IMASA) (administered in association with Baytul Nur) bursary application
- 1
Visit the IMASA bursary application page at imasa.org.za/bursary-application
- 2
Complete the online bursary application form
- 3
Upload your supporting documents (proof of citizenship, proof of acceptance or registration, academic transcripts and motivation letter)
- 4
Submit your application before the published deadline (10 January for the 2026 cycle)
- 5
Wait for IMASA and Baytul Nur to assess your application against academic merit and financial need
- 6
Successful applicants are contacted with confirmation of their award
Required Documents
- 📄 Proof of South African citizenship or permanent residence (certified ID, passport page or birth/citizenship certificate)
- 📄 Proof of acceptance or registration at a recognised health science institution
- 📄 Latest academic transcripts (Matric or university results)
- 📄 Motivation letter explaining your studies, career goals and circumstances
- 📄 Supporting evidence of financial need (such as proof of household income)
Frequently Asked Questions
- When does the IMASA Health Science Bursary open for 2027?
- IMASA has run recent intakes with a January closing date. The fund is needs-based and supported by Zakaat and donations.
- How much does the IMASA bursary pay?
- There is no fixed amount. As a needs-based Zakaat and donation-funded bursary, IMASA provides partial or full tuition support depending on each student's financial need and the funds available in a given cycle, and may also assist with accommodation costs.
- Who can apply for the IMASA Health Science Bursary?
- South African citizens or permanent residents who are enrolled in, or intending to enrol in, a recognised health science programme such as medicine, dentistry, nursing or pharmacy, and who can demonstrate both academic potential and genuine financial need.
- When does the IMASA bursary close?
- Deadlines are confirmed on the IMASA website each cycle. The 2026 cycle had an application deadline of 10 January 2026. Always check imasa.org.za for the current cycle's closing date before applying.
- How do I apply for the IMASA bursary?
- Applications are submitted online via the IMASA bursary application page at imasa.org.za/bursary-application. You will need to upload proof of citizenship, proof of acceptance or registration, academic transcripts and a motivation letter.
When do 2027 applications open?
Islamic Medical Association of South Africa (IMASA) (administered in association with Baytul Nur) has not yet announced dates for the 2027 intake.
IMASA has run recent intakes with a January closing date. The fund is needs-based and supported by Zakaat and donations.
Check Islamic Medical Association of South Africa (IMASA) (administered in association with Baytul Nur)'s official siteNeed help? Contact Islamic Medical Association of South Africa (IMASA) (administered in association with Baytul Nur):
Email: imabursaries@gmail.com
Phone: 031 209 7838
Information verified 2026-07-22. Always confirm details on the funder's official website before applying.
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