Mediclinic Southern Africa and ER24 invite motivated and financially needy South African Matriculants or current health sciences students to apply for the 2026 bursary programme, funding studies in Emergency Medical Care, Nursing, or Pharmacy—covering full tuition with the chance for annual renewal.

About the Bursary Provider

Mediclinic Southern Africa, part of the global Mediclinic International group, operates acute hospitals and pre‑hospital services under ER24—the premier emergency medical provider in the country. The bursary is part of their strategy to address critical healthcare professional shortages in SA.

Fields Covered

This bursary is available for full‑time study in:

  • Emergency Medical Care
  • Nursing
  • Pharmacy

Expenses Covered

The bursary covers:

  • Course/tuition fees only

Awarded per academic year and renewable based on academic results.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must:

  • Be a South African citizen
  • Be in Matric or have completed Matric with a Bachelor’s Pass
  • Be accepted or registered in 2026 for Emergency Medical Care, Nursing, or Pharmacy
  • Be studying at a recognised South African tertiary institution
  • Demonstrate financial need
  • Preference given to candidates aligned with Employment Equity goals

How to Apply

Apply online through Mediclinic’s bursary portal (Reference # 59565), available from 1 May to 31 July 2025. During the application, remember to indicate “www.bursaryforms.co.za” when asked how you heard about the bursary.

Upload certified copies of:

  • South African ID document
  • Grade 11 or Matric results (or certificate)
  • Latest tertiary academic transcript (if already studying)
  • Proof of acceptance or registration (on institution letterhead)
  • Proof of household income (payslips, affidavits, SASSA letters)

Closing Date

31 July 2025. Applications received after this will not be considered.

Contact the Bursary Provider

Mediclinic / ER24 Bursary Programme
Contact: Ronell Morrick – HR Practitioner, Employee Enablement (students)
Tel: 021 809 6698
Email: heorecruitment@mediclinic.co.za
Website: mediclinic.co.za/external-bursary-opportunities

1. What fields are funded?
Emergency Medical Care, Nursing, and Pharmacy at recognised SA tertiary institutions.
2. What does the bursary cover?
Course fees only, renewable each year based on acceptable academic performance.
3. Who is eligible?
SA citizens in Matric or with Matric (Bachelor’s Pass), accepted into one of the eligible fields—must show financial need.
4. Is there preference?
Yes—candidates aligned with Mediclinic’s Employment Equity plan are preferred.
5. When can I apply?
Online applications are open from 1 May to 31 July 2025 via the Mediclinic bursary portal (Ref 59565).
6. What documents do I need?
Certified ID, Matric or tertiary results, proof of registration/acceptance, and household income documents.
7. Can current students apply?
Yes—current tertiary students in the qualifying fields can also apply, submitting their transcript and registration proof.
8. Is renewal guaranteed?
Not guaranteed—renewal depends on academic progression each year.
9. What’s the deadline?
31 July 2025. Applications submitted after this date won’t be considered.
10. Who can I contact?
Contact Ronell Morrick at 021 809 6698 or heorecruitment@mediclinic.co.za for enquiries.