SACPLAN Bursary Application for 2026/2027
Detailed guide on SACPLAN Bursary Application 2026/2027. Are you a South African student passionate about shaping the future of cities, towns, and communities through sustainable development and planning? The South African Council for Planners (SACPLAN) Bursary 2026/2027 is now open for applications, offering a valuable opportunity for students pursuing studies in Urban and Regional Planning or related fields. As the professional regulatory body for planners in South Africa, SACPLAN plays a key role in promoting high standards of education, ethics, and practice within the spatial planning and land use management sectors.
The SACPLAN Bursary Programme aims to support deserving students who demonstrate academic potential but lack the financial means to further their education in the planning discipline. By investing in future planners, SACPLAN contributes to the development of skilled professionals capable of addressing urbanization challenges, infrastructure needs, and spatial inequality across South Africa.
Through the SACPLAN Bursary 2026/2027, recipients gain financial assistance to cover tuition and study-related expenses, helping them focus on achieving academic excellence and professional growth.
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Keep reading to find out more about the eligibility requirements, study fields covered, application process, and closing date for the SACPLAN Bursary Application 2026/2027.
About SACPLAN
The South African Council for Planners (SACPLAN) is the official regulatory body responsible for overseeing the planning profession under the Planning Profession Act, 36 of 2002. SACPLAN plays a vital role in maintaining professional standards within the industry, ensuring that planning practices serve and protect the public interest.
As part of its mission, SACPLAN is committed to:
- Expanding the pool of registered and skilled planners in South Africa.
- Promoting diversity, inclusion, and transformation within the planning sector.
- Encouraging innovation in spatial planning and land use management to meet the evolving needs of communities.
About the SACPLAN Bursary Programme 2026/2027
Fields Covered
The SACPLAN Bursary Programme 2025 is open to students pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in any SACPLAN-accredited Town, Urban, City, or Regional Planning programmes.
This bursary was established to help financially needy but capable students obtain qualifications in the planning field. By investing in education, SACPLAN aims to develop a new generation of professional planners who will contribute to sustainable development and spatial transformation in South Africa.
Bursary Coverage, Renewal & Selection Process
The value of the SACPLAN Bursary varies depending on available funding and applicants’ needs. It may cover tuition fees and additional costs, such as accommodation, for the academic year.
Recipients may have their bursary renewed annually, based on satisfactory academic progress.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted by 31 January 2025, if you have not received any communication by this date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Eligibility Requirements for SACPLAN Bursary Application 2026/2027
Before applying, applicants must meet the following minimum criteria:
- Must be a South African citizen.
- Must have completed Matric.
- Must be registered or accepted into a SACPLAN-accredited planning programme at a recognised tertiary institution.
How to Apply for the SACPLAN Bursary 2026/2027
To apply, download and complete the SACPLAN Bursary Application Form (.pdf). Click here to download the application form.
Attach the following supporting documents (compulsory – missing items may lead to disqualification):
- Certified copy of ID document (not older than 6 months)
- Certified copy of Matric certificate
- Proof of registration or acceptance from a SACPLAN-accredited institution (on official letterhead)
- Latest academic record or transcript (on official letterhead, if currently studying)
- Written cost verification for one academic year, including tuition and accommodation
- Statement of total fees (official university estimate)
- Supporting proof of additional costs (e.g., accommodation, textbooks)
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) (if applicable)
- Personal statement/motivational letter (maximum 2 pages)
- Two letters of recommendation (from lecturers or academic mentors)
Submission Details
Submit your completed application and documents to the Acting Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Bongumusa Ndwandwe, using one of the following methods:
Email: bursaries@sacplan.co.za and lhlongwa@sacplan.co.za
(Use subject line: “SACPLAN Bursary 2025”)
Hand Delivery:
Chief Executive Officer
The South African Council for Planners (SACPLAN)
International Business Gateway Office Park
Cnr New Road & 6th Road, Midridge Office Park, Block G, 1st Floor
Midrand, 1685
Closing Date for SACPLAN Bursary Application 2026/2027
Application Deadline: 16 August 2024 (at 16:00).
Late applications will not be considered, so submit early to avoid disappointment.
Contact Details of South African Council for Planners (SACPLAN)
For further information or queries, contact SACPLAN directly:
South African Council for Planners (SACPLAN)
- Contact Person: Mr. Martin Lewis (CEO)
- Tel: 011 318 0460 / 011 318 0437
- Email: mlewis@sacplan.co.za
