Monocle Foundation Bursary South Africa 2026
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At a glance
Summary
Monocle is an independent, management consulting firm specialising in banking and insurance. The company was established in 2002 and currently has offices in Johannesburg, Cape Town, London and Amsterdam. The Monocle Foundation was established in 2014, with the goal of providing tertiary funding to female students from previously disadvantaged backgrounds, pursuing studies in fields of study that are relevant to Monocle.
What’s covered
Funding details
The bursary will provide comprehensive cover for the following expenses: tuition fees, book and study material allowance, laptop, accommodation and a subsistence allowance. Students will also receive career counselling and a MS Office course. www.zabursaries.co.za is committed to keeping you up to date with the latest bursary opportunities, and this article covers all details about the Monocle Foundation Bursary. Candidates will be shortlisted by the Trustees and contacted during November 2025, successful applicants will then be selected by mid-December 2025. All applicants will receive feedback on the outcome of their application. The first step of the selection process is a telephonic screening with the Trust Administrator, followed by a personal meeting with The Trust Administrator. Next, shortlisted candidates will attend a one-on-one interview with one of the Trustees.
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Eligibility criteria
Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying (please note that failure to satisfy all the requirements will lead to your application not being considered): You must a South African citizenYou must be FemaleYou must be Black (African, Coloured, Indian or Asian)You must have completed MatricYou must be studying towards an Undergraduate or Postgraduate degree, in one of the fields of study listed above (other fields of study may also be considered)You must be in your second or higher year of studyYou must be studying at a recognised and accredited tertiary institution in South AfricaYou must be in financial need, with limited to no funding towards your educationYou must NOT be receiving any otherbursaryfunding
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How to apply
Applications must be submitted online at:Monocle Foundation Bursary 2026 Enter “www.zabursaries.co.za” in the field asking how you heard about the Monocle Foundation Bursary. Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your online application (the submission of these documents is compulsory – if any items are missing, your application may be disqualified): ID document (certified copy)Matric certificate (certified copy)Full academic record/ transcripts (on institutions letterhead & stamped by the University)Degree certificate, if a postgraduate student (certified copy)Breakdown of funds required for 2026 (including tuition fees, study support and books, accommodation, and subsistence allowance)UpdatedCurriculum VitaeLetter that includes the following details (addressed to the Trustees of the Monocle Foundation Trust):Information and background about yourselfField of studyCareer ambitionsMotivation– why you should be awarded the bursary
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