Cape Wools SA Bursary South Africa 2027: Application Requirements

About Cape Wools SA

Cape Wools SA is a South African organisation that represents and supports the country’s wool industry. It works to promote the sustainable development of wool production, improve industry standards, and support wool producers and other stakeholders throughout the wool value chain.

Cape Wools SA plays an important role in promoting South African wool in local and international markets, providing industry information, and supporting research, education, and skills development within the sector. Through its activities, the organisation contributes to the growth and competitiveness of South Africa’s wool industry, which creates economic opportunities for farmers, workers, and businesses involved in wool production and trade.

Cape Wools SA is inviting students to apply for the bursary funding, through the Wool Industry Bursary Trust, for the 2027 academic year.

Organisation: Cape Wools SA • Trust: Wool Industry Bursary Trust • Focus: Wool, Textile and Fashion Design • Academic Year: 2027

What Fields of Study Are Covered?

The Cape Wools SA Bursary South Africa 2027 will be awarded for studies towards Textile or Fashion Design and within the Wool Industry, in the wool or sheep direction.

Expenses Covered

The Cape Wools SA Bursary South Africa 2027 may provide cover for the following expenses (based on the decision of the CWSA):

• Registration fees
• Tuition fees
• Accommodation
• Prescribed books
• Other study-related materials

Grootfontein Agricultural College Students

• The bursary will provide for practical on-farm training, up to a maximum value of R20,000 per student, payable to the farmer to defray costs (if required by your institution).

Eligibility Requirements for the Cape Wools SA Bursary South Africa 2027

Before you apply for the Cape Wools SA Bursary South Africa 2027, check that you meet all the requirements below. If you miss any requirement, your application will not be considered.

• You must be a South African citizen
• You must be studying or intend on studying towards a qualification in the direction of Textile or Fashion Design, with a focus on wool
• You must meet all the admission requirements of the institution
• Your final year collection must contain garments made of at least 50% wool
• Masters degree students: You must focus on wool and its applications
• You must read and agree to all of the terms and conditions on the application form

Preference will be given to:

• Students pursuing studies at an Agricultural College or tertiary institutions in the field of fashion and textile design
• Students in their 3rd year of study and onward (Honours/Masters/PhD) in a wool or sheep focused direction
• Previously disadvantaged students

Grootfontein Agricultural College Students

• You must intend on specializing in wool (Merino production unit) in your 3rd year of study (if applying for bursary funding for 1st or 2nd year)
• You must maintain a satisfactory academic record and comply with Grootfontein College’s rules and conditions, to qualify for continuation of bursary funding (access to alternative bursary funding and disciplinary action will also be taken into consideration)

Required Documents

Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your completed application form.

• ID document
• Most recent academic results (Matric results/Matric certificate/tertiary academic record)
• Proof of tertiary registration (on institution’s letterhead)
• Details of any other bursaries you have received or applied for
• Proof of permanent residence
• Motivational letter to support your application

Important Information

• Bursaries will be awarded based on academic merit. They are awarded on an annual basis and are reviewed and paid on a six-monthly basis.
• Bursaries are not automatically renewed each year. Students must comply with the Institution’s rules and conditions and submit satisfactory academic results in order to have their bursary renewed.
• Students will be required to undertake vacation work for up to 4 weeks per annum, on an active wool farm.
• Once students have graduated, they must seek employment at an approved farm or organization within the wool or related industry, for 1 year for each year of funding received.

Contact Information

For any queries related to the Cape Wools SA Bursary South Africa 2027, please contact Cape Wools SA directly:

• Telephone: 041 484 4301
• Email: bursaries@capewools.co.za

Cape Wools SA Bursary South Africa 2027 – Quick Summary

• Organisation: Cape Wools SA
• Bursary Name: Cape Wools SA Bursary Fund (Wool Industry Bursary Trust)
• Sector: Wool Industry
• Academic Year: 2027
• Who can apply: South African citizens
• Fields of study: Textile or Fashion Design, and Wool Industry (wool or sheep direction)
• Study level: Undergraduate and Postgraduate (Honours/Masters/PhD)
• Institution type: Agricultural College or tertiary institution in South Africa
• Key requirements: Wool focus, final year collection with at least 50% wool, meet institution’s admission requirements
• Preference: Agricultural College or fashion/textile design students, 3rd year and onward students, previously disadvantaged students
• Expenses covered: Registration fees, tuition fees, accommodation, prescribed books, other study materials
• Work-back obligation: Vacation work on a wool farm; seek employment in the wool industry for 1 year per year of funding
• Required documents: ID, academic results, proof of registration, other bursary details, proof of residence, motivational letter
• Application method: Email or post
• Subject line: Cape Wools Bursary 2027
• Closing date: 31 October 2026