South Africa Wine is offering comprehensive bursaries for the 2026 academic year to support the next generation of wine industry professionals. This opportunity is open to South African citizens and permanent residents who are currently in or have completed Matric and are unemployed. The bursary covers full tuition fees for a range of approved qualifications, including diplomas and degrees in Viticulture, Oenology, Cellar Technology, Agricultural Economics, and related fields at accredited South African institutions. Beyond financial support, the programme provides significant added value through hands-on industry experience, networking opportunities via the South Africa Wine Learner Management System, and education in sustainable wine practices. Applicants must not be in receipt of any other funding and must submit a detailed online application with extensive supporting documentation, including academic records, a motivational letter, and certified copies of ID, by the closing date of 31 October 2025.
Closing Date: 31 October 2025
Fields of Study
Bursaries will be awarded for studies related to viticulture, oenology, wine business, or any supporting qualification that contributes to the wine industry (based on industry needs):
- Agriculture: Cellar Technology (Diploma)
- Agriculture: Cellar Technology (BSc)
- Agriculture: Viticulture and Oenology (BSc)
- Agricultural Economics (BSc)
- Agriculture in Oenology (MSc)
- Agriculture in Viticulture (MSc)
- Cellar Technology / Cellar Management (BAgric)
- Microbiology (BSc)
- Other related fields
Bursary Coverage and Benefits
The bursary will cover tuition fees.
Additional benefits include:
- Hands-on experience and insights from leading wine industry experts
- Graduate placements and networking opportunities (via South Africa Wine Learner Management System)
- Education on innovative and sustainable practices in the wine sector
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must meet the following minimum criteria:
- Must be a South African citizen or permanent resident
- Must be currently in Matric or have completed Matric
- Must be studying or intending to study towards a qualification in one of the fields listed above
- Must be enrolled or planning to enrol at a recognised and accredited South African institution
- Must have a passion for and commitment to the wine industry
- Must NOT already be receiving another bursary, scholarship, or funding award
- Must be unemployed
- Students with disabilities are encouraged to apply
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online at:
South Africa Wine Bursary Application 2026
Required Supporting Documents:
- Certified ID copy (not older than 3 months)
- Passport & proof of permanent residence (if applicable)
- Matric certificate (if completed)
- Latest academic transcripts & 2025 mid-year results
- Proof of tertiary registration for 2025
- Proof of residential address (certified)
- Motivational letter explaining why you should be awarded the bursary
- Estimated quote of 2026 tuition fees (including accommodation, tuition, and study materials)
- Costing breakdown Excel Sheet (completed & uploaded)
- Marks breakdown Excel Sheet (completed & uploaded)
- Sworn Affidavit (signed at police station)
- POPI Act agreement (signed at police station)
- Proof of disability, if applicable
Note: Applications cannot be saved and resumed later—ensure all documents are ready before starting.
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