Canon Collins Thekgo Bursary Application for 2026/2027

Canon Collins Thekgo Bursary Application for 2026/2027

Detailed guide on Canon Collins Thekgo Bursary Application for 2026/2027. Are you a South African student who has completed your studies but cannot access your academic records due to outstanding university debt? The Canon Collins Thekgo Bursary 2026/2027 offers a vital opportunity for students facing financial barriers to unlock their qualifications and take the next step in their academic or professional journey. Established under the Canon Collins Trust, the Thekgo Bursary specifically supports students who have successfully finished their degrees but are unable to graduate or seek employment because they owe small amounts of money to universities.

The Canon Collins Thekgo Bursary covers outstanding debt for final-year students in the fields of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences, ensuring that deserving graduates can obtain their certificates and transcripts. By removing this financial burden, the programme empowers students to continue their education, pursue employment, or contribute meaningfully to society.

This article provides a full guide to the Canon Collins Thekgo Bursary Application for 2026/2027, including eligibility criteria, fields of study supported, the application process, and closing dates. If you are a graduate with outstanding fees holding you back, this bursary could be the key to unlocking your future.

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About Canon Collins

The Canon Collins Educational and Legal Assistance Trust has been awarding scholarships for postgraduate studies since 1981. The Trust is committed to supporting development in Southern Africa by funding students with strong academic potential.

The Canon Collins Thekgo Bursary, founded in 2007, is a non-profit initiative created by professionals who wanted to make higher education more accessible. It is funded by individual donors and managed by the UK-based Canon Collins office with support from a dedicated committee.

The bursary was established in response to a serious challenge faced by many South African students — losing out on career opportunities because their academic records are withheld due to outstanding university debt.

About Canon Collins Thekgo Bursary Programme 2026/2027

Fields Covered

The Canon Collins Trust invites applications for the Thekgo Bursary 2026.

This bursary helps students settle outstanding student debt so they can access their qualifications. It is available to students who have completed Undergraduate or Honours degrees in the following fields, at universities in Gauteng, Mpumalanga, and North West Provinces:

• Arts (Drama/Performance Studies, Digital Arts, Fine Arts/Visual Arts, Film and Television Studies, History of Art, Music)
• Education
• Gender Studies
• Languages and Literature
• Media Studies

Bursary Coverage & Selection

• Up to 4 students will each receive funding of up to R10 000.
• The bursary is awarded case by case, depending on available funds.
• Payments are made directly to the university.

Successful candidates will be notified between May and June 2026. If you do not hear back by then, please consider your application unsuccessful (emails requesting outcomes will not be answered).

Selected students will also be required to:

• Submit a short biography and profile photo for Canon Collins reports.
• Provide a copy of their degree certificate within 1 month of their debt being cleared.

Eligibility Requirements for Canon Collins Thekgo Bursary Application 2026/2027

Applicants must meet all the following criteria:

• Be of any African nationality
• Have completed an Undergraduate or Honours degree in one of the listed fields (not MA or PhD)
• Have studied at an institution in Gauteng, Mpumalanga, or North West
• Have outstanding student debt (R10 000 or less), which prevents release of your records/degree
• Have missed at least one graduation due to this debt
• Have a strong academic record
• Be in financial need
• Must not have NSFAS or other scholarship-related debt

How To Apply for Canon Collins Thekgo Bursary 2026/2027

1. Download and complete the Canon Collins Thekgo Bursary Application Form 2026 (.pdf). Click here to start the application.
2. Carefully follow these guidelines:

• • Do not use ALL CAPS.
  • Submit all documents in one email.
  • Ensure every section is complete and proofread.
  • Incomplete or poorly prepared applications will not be considered.
  • Read the Thekgo Bursary Guidelines (.pdf) before applying. Click here to Thekgo Bursary Guidelines.

Submit the following supporting documents (certified copies where required):

• ID or Passport
• Academic transcript of completed qualification
• Recent university fees statement (showing debt under R10 000)
• Proof of withheld degree certificate or missed graduation (official university letter)
• Proof of financial need (3 months’ bank statements / affidavit)
• Comprehensive CV
• Certificates showing commitment to your field of study
• Reference letter from academic staff (can be submitted if shortlisted)

Email your completed application and documents to: thekgo@canoncollins.org.uk

Use subject line: “Thekgo Bursary 2026”.

Closing Date for Canon Collins Thekgo Bursary Application 2026/2027

Application Deadline: 26 April

Late applications will not be accepted.

Contact Canon Collins Educational and Legal Assistance Trust

For queries, contact Canon Collins:

• Tel: 010 500 2303
• Email: thekgo@canoncollins.org.uk / scholarships@canoncollins.org.uk