Applications are now open for the South African Cultural Observatory (SACO) Scholarships. The South African Cultural Observatory (SACO) is inviting postgraduate students to apply for its 2025–2027 Scholarship Programme. This opportunity supports South African nationals pursuing postgraduate studies at a South African university.
The South African Cultural Observatory (SACO) is a national statistical and socio-economic research project, established by the Department of Sport, Arts & Culture, with the purpose of developing a comprehensive cultural information system in South Africa.
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Brief Description
Program Sponsor(s):South African Cultural Observatory (SACO) Scholarships for postgraduate students
Program Type: Fully funded
Host Country:South African university
Number of Awards: Several
Basic Qualification:Masters degree
Application Deadline: 31 August 2025
Eligibility criteria
To be eligible for South African Cultural Observatory (SACO) Scholarships, applicants are expected to meet the following conditions:
- Must be an African national.
- Must hold a bachelor’s degree with first class or second class
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Benefits
- SACO offers a contribution of up to R40,000 toward tuition fees and academic expenses. Please note: This is a partial scholarship and does not cover full tuition or all expenses.
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How to Apply for South African Cultural Observatory (SACO) Scholarships for postgraduate students
Interested applicants for the South African Cultural Observatory (SACO) Scholarships for postgraduate students must Download & complete APPLICATION FORM before closing date on 31 August 2025 @ 12h00
PLEASE RETURN THE COMPLETED FORM AND ATTACHMENTS TO:
Mr C du Plessis – Chadwin.DuPlessis@mandela.ac.za
Supporting Documents
Please supply copies of the following documents with your completed application form:
- Copy of full academic record
- Official and certified university degree certificates
- Certified copy of I.D. or proof of Permanent Residency
- Motivation—between 150 and 200 words outlining your intended direction of research.
- Application form signed by your supervisor or Head of Department
- Admission letter indicating full-time registration (if available)
