SANA Bursary 2026-2027

The South African Nursery Association (SANA) Bursary Online Application 2026-2027: How to Apply

The South African Nursery Association (SANA) is inviting students to apply for their bursary programme, for the 2026 academic year. The bursary is for those who want to study Horticulture and Landscaping. The Green Industry is more than just the study of Horticulture. It includes a variety of employment opportunities all related to growing things . Bursaries are available on application to students who have successfully completed all modules of their first Academic year of study. The closing date for SANA bursary applications for 2026 is 31 March 2026 and interviews will be held shortly thereafter.

Please ensure that all criteria as indicated on page 1 of the application form, have been adhered to when applying. No incomplete applications will be accepted. Kindly note that the bursary will not cover any outstanding fees.

For more information, please contact Ayanda Radebe, Bursary Administrator on: ayanda@sana.co.za

Bursary funds that are awarded are not paid to students, but is deposited directly into the respective institution’s bank account.

APPLICATION CHECK LIST

Before you start, a checklist will assist you in making sure you have covered all the requirements in applying for a bursary. Please also note the following:

The Bursary does not cover outstanding fees and the Bursary is only valid for the current academic year of study.
The SANA Tom Arnold Bursary Fund does not cover Registration Fees. All students will have to ensure they are fully registered with the institution before the bursary can be awarded. Other fees, i.e. practical training, accommodation, travel, allowances, and prescribed books are not covered.
The Bursary is paid to the institution and is only valid for study fees and not for accommodation etc.
In order to be considered, Horticulture and Landscaping Students must have an average of at least 60% per subject and have completed their first-year modules of study in full.
To be considered, all applicants are required to write a motivation letter of no less than 150 words in support of their application.
Please attach a photograph of yourself e.g. a portrait photograph, student card photo or selfie.
Please note that applications by PhD, Masters and BTech students will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
Incomplete applications will not be considered.

The following questions must form the basis of your motivation along with additional points:

• How do you see your career in the green industry developing?
• Have you done any community volunteer work? If so, where and for how long and what was your experience of it?
• Have you been involved in the horticultural industry? If so, were you a volunteer or employed and what where the main lessons learnt through that experience?
• Have you visited any nurseries? If so, where and what would you say was the most impressionable?
• What is the distance to your nearest nursery and what is it called?

NB: By not giving a comprehensive motivation your application may not be considered.

Downloadable Application forms:

For more details, visit https://sana.co.za/