To be considered for a SEF bursary, you must:

• Have been formally accepted into SEF’s Masters programme 
• Have obtained an average of 70% in the most recent completed year of study
• Produce evidence of financial need through affidavit indicating household income

SEF is currently receiving applications from students who commence their studies in 2024. Interested individuals are invited to submit applications as soon as they receive official acceptance into a SEF Masters programme. Applications will be processed in the order they are received. 

If you meet the eligibility criteria above, you can submit an application by sending the below documents to the relevant course coordinator indicated besides list of available bursaries. Please indicate SEF bursary - [Year, Programme] in the subject line. All documents sent must be in PDF format. Each attachment should not exceed 2MB in size.

• A copy of the information page on your ID/ passport for International students.
• A certified academic transcript/ results slip of your latest results.
• A copy of the official acceptance letter into the Wits Masters programme for the year 2024. The letter must:
• Be addressed to the applicant.
• State the degree which the applicant has been accepted to study.
• International students: A copy of a valid study permit or visa OR proof of application. 
• Certificate of financial need (NSFAS) or equivalent.
• A detailed CV/ Resume of not more than 2 pages single-sided. 
• A letter of motivation.
• Two reference letters (of not more than 3 pages each) addressing the applicant’s demonstration of character and skills. 

Applications close 24 January 2025 (for 2025 intake). Only successful candidates will be contacted.

The Genesis Educational Foundation Trust (GEFT) bursary is the educational arm of Genesis Analytics. The Trust aims to award 3-5 bursaries to talented young candidates. Ideal candidates with an interest in pursuing their postgraduate qualifications in the overarching fields of Economics or Public Health, or their related disciplines at a recognised South African university.

The purpose of the GEFT bursary is to provide financial assistance to those students looking to study postgraduate degrees - namely at Honours or Master's level, and with a focus on the following disciplines: 

• Economic Science, 
• Applied Economics, 
• Development Economics, 

Apply directly on the GEFT bursaries page here - https://shorturl.at/V98M4 

The Postgrad Funding Portal, which is comprehensive and supplements existing information, is a database of scholarships, bursaries and other funding opportunities available to postgraduate students. Click here for more information.