How much is the Agbiz Centenary Bursary worth?

The bursary was R47,500 for the 2026 academic year. Agbiz's 2027 terms and conditions do not state the 2027 amount. The money is paid in February of the funded year, preferably into the student's university account.

Who qualifies for the Agbiz Centenary Bursary?

You must be a South African citizen who has completed a relevant undergraduate degree (or is in the final undergraduate year), be registered or qualified for admission to a Master's or PhD in an agribusiness management-related field at a recognised South African university, and have at least 60% for major subjects. Preference may be given to previously disadvantaged, female and disabled candidates.

Is the Agbiz Centenary Bursary renewable?

Not automatically. Each award covers one academic year. A recipient can apply again the following year and may be favoured if their progress is sufficient, but renewal is not guaranteed. Supervisors must send progress reports twice a year, and the bursary can be cancelled and must be repaid with interest if studies stop or progress is unsatisfactory.

When and how do I apply for the Agbiz Centenary Bursary?

Applications for the 2027 academic year opened in October 2026 and close on 6 December 2026. Download the 2027 application form and terms from agbiz.co.za/bursary and email the completed form with all supporting documents to policy@agbiz.co.za. Late applications are not considered, and the selected student is contacted by mid-January 2027.

Postgraduate

Agbiz Centenary Bursary

Agricultural Business Chamber of South Africa (Agbiz) - administered directly by Agbiz

The Agbiz Centenary Bursary funds one academic year of postgraduate study (Master's or PhD) for South African students researching agribusiness management and related fields. Established to celebrate Agbiz member organisations that have reached 100 years, it supports high-level academic research and offers guidance from Agbiz in shaping the research topic. Typically one deserving student is funded per cycle.

Amount: R47,500 for the 2026 academic year (the 2027 terms and conditions do not state the 2027 amount)
Deadline: 6 December 2026
Renewable: Yes

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Eligible Fields of Study

Agricultural Business Chamber of South Africa (Agbiz) - administered directly by Agbiz supports students in the following disciplines

Agribusiness Management

Agribusiness Management-related fields (Master's and PhD research)

Eligibility Requirements

✓ South African citizen
✓ Registered or qualified for admission to a Master's or PhD in an agribusiness management-related field at a recognised South African university
✓ Completed a relevant undergraduate degree, or in the final year of undergraduate studies
✓ Minimum of 60% for major subjects
✓ Letter of recommendation from your academic supervisor or head of department and a personal motivation (each no longer than one page)
✓ Other bursaries may be held but must be declared to Agbiz; failing to declare them leads to disqualification
✓ Selection on academic merit and the relevance of the research to agribusiness; students willing to be guided by Agbiz on their research topic are favoured, and preference may be given to previously disadvantaged, female and disabled candidates

What's Included

✓ Bursary for one academic year of postgraduate study, paid in February 2027, preferably into the student's university account
✓ Recipients may apply again the following year and can be favoured if their progress is sufficient (renewal is not guaranteed)
✓ Guidance from Agbiz in formulating the research topic

How to Apply

Steps to complete your Agricultural Business Chamber of South Africa (Agbiz) - administered directly by Agbiz bursary application

1
Visit the Agbiz bursary page at agbiz.co.za/bursary
2
Download the 2027 Agbiz Centenary Bursary application form and the 2027 terms and conditions
3
Confirm you meet the requirements (South African citizen, relevant degree, 60% for major subjects, Master's or PhD registration or admission in an agribusiness-related field)
4
Complete the form, including your research topic or proposed field of study and any other bursary you will receive in 2027
5
Email the completed form with all supporting documents to policy@agbiz.co.za by 6 December 2026 - incomplete or late applications are not considered
6
The selected student is contacted by mid-January 2027; if you have not heard by then, your application was unsuccessful
7
The successful student signs a formal agreement, and the bursary is paid in February 2027

Required Documents

📄 Completed 2027 application form
📄 Certified copy of your South African ID or other proof of South African citizenship
📄 Proof of registration, or a letter from the head of department confirming you qualify for admission (on university letterhead)
📄 Study record of your undergraduate degree to date (on university letterhead)
📄 Letter of recommendation from your academic supervisor or head of department (no longer than one page)
📄 Letter of motivation stating why you need the bursary and what it will be used for (no longer than one page)
📄 Declaration of any other bursary or support programme (on the application form)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is the Agbiz Centenary Bursary worth?: The bursary was R47,500 for the 2026 academic year. Agbiz's 2027 terms and conditions do not state the 2027 amount. The money is paid in February of the funded year, preferably into the student's university account.
Who qualifies for the Agbiz Centenary Bursary?: You must be a South African citizen who has completed a relevant undergraduate degree (or is in the final undergraduate year), be registered or qualified for admission to a Master's or PhD in an agribusiness management-related field at a recognised South African university, and have at least 60% for major subjects. Preference may be given to previously disadvantaged, female and disabled candidates.
Is the Agbiz Centenary Bursary renewable?: Not automatically. Each award covers one academic year. A recipient can apply again the following year and may be favoured if their progress is sufficient, but renewal is not guaranteed. Supervisors must send progress reports twice a year, and the bursary can be cancelled and must be repaid with interest if studies stop or progress is unsatisfactory.
When and how do I apply for the Agbiz Centenary Bursary?: Applications for the 2027 academic year opened in October 2026 and close on 6 December 2026. Download the 2027 application form and terms from agbiz.co.za/bursary and email the completed form with all supporting documents to policy@agbiz.co.za. Late applications are not considered, and the selected student is contacted by mid-January 2027.

Ready to apply?

Applications close on 6 December 2026

Apply on Agricultural Business Chamber of South Africa (Agbiz) - administered directly by Agbiz's official site

Need help? Contact Agricultural Business Chamber of South Africa (Agbiz) - administered directly by Agbiz:

Email: policy@agbiz.co.za

Phone: +27 (0) 12 807 6686

Information verified 2026-10-12. Always confirm details on the funder's official website before applying.

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