SANS Killie Campbell Bursary
The South African National Society (SANS), founded in 1905, aims to protect South Africa’s floral heritage and rock art. One of their initiatives is the Killie Campbell Bursary, established in honor of Dr. Killie Campbell, a historian and collector. The bursary is awarded to postgraduate students studying history-related topics in a South African university, particularly those related to KwaZulu Natal history.
Bursary Details:
The Killie Campbell Bursary for the 2025-2026 academic year offers an amount of R25,000. The bursary may be awarded in two halves, with half given at an SANS monthly meeting in September 2025-2026 and the remaining half awarded 6 months later upon satisfactory submission of the applicant’s dissertation.
Eligibility Criteria:
To be eligible for the Killie Campbell Bursary, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be a postgraduate student studying a history-related topic.
- The dissertation or research topic should be related to South African history, preferably KwaZulu Natal history.
- The student’s university must be accredited and recognized in South Africa.
Application Process:
Applicants are required to submit their applications to the Secretary of the SA National Society, either in writing or via email. The application should include the following:
- Dissertation details, including the intended topic and area of research.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) detailing academic and personal achievements and career background.
- Information about the institution and faculty where the student is registered.
- Email addresses and telephone numbers of the applicant and their supervisor.
Closing Date:
The deadline for application submissions for the Killie Campbell Bursary 2025-2026 is 23 June 2025-2026.
Contact Details:
For any inquiries related to the bursary, applicants can contact the SANS directly through the provided contact information. The Secretary, Memory Coutts, can be reached via email at memorycoutts2@gmail.com
