If you are studying a Bachelor of Health Sciences and have Immunohematology as an elective, the SANBS Bursary 2025 offered financial and practical support including tuition, stipend, and real lab experience. The deadline was 31 January 2025. At BursaryForms, we are your guide to success!

About the SANBS

The South African National Blood Service is a public non-profit organization responsible for collecting, processing, and distributing blood in South Africa. It plays a crucial role in the healthcare system, especially regarding transfusion services, and through this bursary it aims to build capacity in the specialized field of Immunohematology. At BursaryForms, we are excited to connect you with opportunities in health science professions.

Fields Covered by the SANBS Bursary

This bursary is specific to:

  • Bachelor of Health Sciences, with Immunohematology as one of the elective subjects (Blood Transfusion)

Expenses Covered by the SANBS Bursary

The SANBS Bursary supports winners with these costs (2025 round):

  • Tuition / registration fees (up to R40,000 per annum)
  • Study materials (up to R10,000 per annum)
  • Partial accommodation support: up to R1,500/month for 10 months
  • Monthly stipend of R3,500 for 10 months
  • Work Integrated Learning: hands-on experience in SANBS laboratories as part of the program

Eligibility Requirements for the SANBS Bursary

Applicants needed to satisfy all of these criteria in 2025:

  • South African citizen
  • Younger than 30 years old
  • Enrolled or intending to enroll for 2nd or 3rd year of a Bachelor of Health Sciences with Immunohematology elective subject
  • Overall average of at least 65% in your previous year of study
  • Not receiving any other bursary support for your studies
  • Preference was given to applicants from households with annual income ≤ R600,000 for financial need

This page was updated on October 7, 2025 to provide the most current bursary information.

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How to Apply for the SANBS Bursary

Application steps for the 2025 round:

  • Download and complete the SANBS Bursary Application Form (for 2nd / 3rd year Health Sciences students).
  • Gather supporting documents: certified copy of ID; matric final results or latest academic transcript; proof of acceptance / registration at a recognised tertiary institution; motivational essay (approx. 250 words); proof of household income (payslips / affidavit / grant etc.)
  • Email the completed application and documents to kutlwano.seleke@sanbs.org.za with subject “SANBS Bursary 2025”

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Closing Date for the SANBS Bursary

31 January 2025 was the deadline.

This deadline has passed. Late applications were not considered.

Contact the SANBS Provider

If you have questions or need clarification:

South African National Blood Service (SANBS)
Email: kutlwano.seleke@sanbs.org.za
Website: sanbs.org.za

Frequently Asked Questions

Click each question to see its answer about the SANBS Bursary.

Who could apply for the SANBS Bursary?+
Students who are South African citizens, under 30, in 2nd or 3rd year of a Bachelor of Health Sciences with Immunohematology elective, with ≥ 65% average in prior year, not already on another bursary.
Could first-year students apply?+
No. Only 2nd or 3rd year students were eligible in 2025.
Are postgraduate studies covered?+
No. The bursary was restricted to undergraduate 2nd/3rd years.
What is Immunohematology?+
Immunohematology is the study of blood group serology and transfusion practices, a key subject in blood transfusion services. This bursary requires it as an elective.
Is financial need considered?+
Yes. Preference was given to applicants with total household income ≤ R600,000 per annum.
What happens if I miss the deadline?+
You cannot apply after the deadline. The 2025 deadline was 31 January 2025.
Does the bursary include practical work?+
Yes. It includes Work Integrated Learning at SANBS laboratories.
What are the documents required?+
Certified copy of ID; Matric certificate / final results; most recent academic transcript; proof of university acceptance / registration; motivational essay; proof of household income.
How many bursaries were awarded?+
10 bursaries were offered in 2025.

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