SAPOA Bursaries 2025
SAPOA is looking for South African students passionate about pursuing careers in the property sector for their 2025 Bursary Programme. The South African Property Owners Association (SAPOA) is offering bursaries to students enrolled in property-related studies, aiming to nurture future leaders in the industry. This bursary program covers various expenses, including tuition, study materials, and accommodation, along with mentoring and tutoring support.
About SAPOA
The South African Property Owners Association (SAPOA) is a leading representative body of commercial and industrial property owners, responsible for shaping and advancing the property sector in South Africa. Established with the vision of promoting transformation and redressing historical inequalities, SAPOA plays a vital role in addressing the skills shortage in the property industry. Since its inception in 1966, SAPOA has been committed to fostering growth and development within the sector, particularly through educational initiatives like the SAPOA Bursary Trust, established in 2009.
Bursary Details
- Company Name: South African Property Owners Association (SAPOA)
- Location: Accredited tertiary institutions in South Africa
- Application Closing Date: 15 September 2024
Bursary Overview
The SAPOA Bursary Programme is designed to support students pursuing property-sector-related qualifications. The bursary is open to students currently in Matric, as well as those who have completed Matric and are studying or planning to study full-time at accredited institutions. The bursary covers tuition fees, study books, and accommodation, ensuring that students can focus on their academic pursuits without financial stress. Additionally, bursary recipients will benefit from mentoring and tutoring, enhancing their chances of success in their chosen fields.
Eligible Fields of Study
Bursaries will be awarded for studies in the following fields:
- Architectural Studies (BSc)
- Construction Studies (BSc)
- Property Studies (BSc)
- Property Valuation and Management (BCom)
- Quantity Surveying (BSc)
- Real Estate (BSc)
- Urban/Town and Regional Planning (Bachelor of)
- Property Development and Management: Postgraduate Diploma (PGDipPDM)
- Masters Programmes (Property Related)
- PhD Programmes (Property Related)
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following criteria to be eligible for the bursary:
- Must be a South African citizen.
- Must be currently in Matric or have completed Matric.
- Must be studying or accepted/registered to study full-time towards one of the property-sector-related qualifications listed above.
- Must be studying or accepted/registered to study at an accredited tertiary institution in South Africa.
Required Documents
Applicants are required to submit the following documents in PDF format along with their completed application form:
- Certified copy of ID document.
- Grade 11 or latest report card, if currently in Matric.
- Matric certificate, if completed Matric.
- Proof of registration for 2024, if currently studying.
- Provisional Acceptance Letter/waitlist Letter/proof of application for 2025 (dated 2024), if currently in Matric.
- Most recent official academic transcripts, if currently studying.
- Parents or guardians' ID documents/death certificate if deceased.
- Parents or guardians' proof of household income (3 months' payslips if employed/affidavit if unemployed/SASSA documents if receiving a grant).
- Unabridged Birth Certificate, which includes parents’ details (optional).
- Motivational letter to support the application.
- Curriculum Vitae (required if currently studying/optional if currently in Matric).
How to Apply for SAPOA Bursaries 2025
- Online Application: Applications must be submitted online through the following portals:
- Matric/Grade 12 Students:
- University Students:
- Document Submission: Ensure that all required documents are certified and submitted in PDF format.
- Application Deadline: The application closing date is 15 September 2024. Applications submitted after this date will not be considered.
Direct Application: SAPOA Bursary
Application Closing Date
- Deadline: 15 September 2024
