ABOUT THE COMPANY – PSSA
The history of the South African Pharmaceutical Association (PSSA) dates back to 1885, when a team of 7 pharmacists met in King Williamstown.
Since the meeting, branches were formed across the country and various pharmaceutical societies were developed. However, it wasn’t until the year 1946 that the Pharmaceutical Society of South Africa (PPSA) was formed, as the result of the amalgamation of all the societies.
Since the meeting, branches were formed across the country and various pharmaceutical societies were developed. However, it wasn’t until the year 1946 that the Pharmaceutical Society of South Africa (PPSA) was formed, as the result of the amalgamation of all the societies.
Today, the PSSA’s vision and mission is to be the countries leader of the pharmacy profession, as well as to provide support for the pharmacy profession by way of improving the use of medication and greater patient care.
ABOUT THE BURSARY PROGRAMMES
The Foundation for Pharmaceutical Education (FPE) award bursaries to Undergraduate and Postgraduate pharmacy students each year. The bursary is administered by the Pharmaceutical Society of South Africa (PSSA).
The Undergraduate bursary will be awarded to BPharm pharmacy students are in their 2nd or subsequent year of study. The bursary is awarded for 1 academic year at a time – a new application must be submitted each year for a bursary renewal.
The Postgraduate bursary is for Masters and Doctoral students pursuing their studies within pharmacy related subjects. The bursary is awarded for 1 academic year at a time – a new application must be submitted each year for a bursary renewal.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying (please note that failure to satisfy all the requirements will lead to your application not being considered):
Undergraduate bursary:
Undergraduate bursary:
- South African citizen
- Completed Matric
- Studying full-time towards a BPharm qualification (from 2nd year of study onwards)
- Studying at a recognised tertiary institute in South Africa
- PSSA student member
- Passed all previous subjects/ modules
- Achieved a minimum overall average of 60%
- Proven financial need (family income of less than R130 000 per annum before tax)
Postgraduate bursary:
- South African citizen
- Completed Matric
- Completed an undergraduate qualification
- Studying full-time towards a postgraduate pharmacy qualification
- Studying at a recognised tertiary institute in South Africa
- PSSA student member (membership is free, email nitsa@pharmail.co.za for more info)
HOW TO APPLY FOR THE BURSARIES
Download and complete the relevant application form:
Undergraduate bursary:
FPE Undergraduate Bursary Application Form (.pdf)
Undergraduate bursary:
FPE Undergraduate Bursary Application Form (.pdf)
Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your completed application form (the submission of these documents is compulsory – if any items are missing, your application be disregarded):
- ID document (certified copy)
- Matric certificate (certified copy)
- Full tertiary academic record/ transcript (certified copy)
- Letter of motivation by one of your pharmacy lecturers
- Financial Declaration (details are on the application form)
- Proof of family income (certified copy)
- Proof of any other dependants of the supporter
- Proof of any other financial assistance (loans/ bursaries etc)
Applications must be submitted in one of the following ways:
1) Post:
Foundation for Pharmaceutical Education (FPE)
PO Box 75769
Lynnwood Ridge
0040
1) Post:
Foundation for Pharmaceutical Education (FPE)
PO Box 75769
Lynnwood Ridge
0040
2) Hand delivery/ courier:
Foundation for Pharmaceutical Education (FPE)
435 Flinders Lane
Lynnwood
0081
Foundation for Pharmaceutical Education (FPE)
435 Flinders Lane
Lynnwood
0081
(Please do NOT fax or email your application)
Postgraduate bursary:
FPE Undergraduate Bursary Application Form (.pdf)
FPE Undergraduate Bursary Application Form (.pdf)
Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your completed application form (the submission of these documents is compulsory – if any items are missing, your application be disregarded):
- ID document (certified copy)
- Full tertiary academic record/ transcript (certified copy)
- Proof of income (certified copy)
Applications must be submitted in one of the following ways:
1) Email: nitsa@pharmail.co.za
1) Email: nitsa@pharmail.co.za
2) Fax: 0866 159 835
CLOSING DATES
Undergraduate bursary: 21 October 2019.
Postgraduate (Masters/ Doctoral) bursary: 9 June 2019.
(Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted – please apply before the closing date to ensure your application is considered.)
Postgraduate (Masters/ Doctoral) bursary: 9 June 2019.
(Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted – please apply before the closing date to ensure your application is considered.)
CONTACT THE BURSARY PROVIDER
For any queries related to this bursary programme, please contact the Pharmaceutical Society of South Africa directly:
Contact Person: Ms Nitsa Manolis (FPE Administrator)
Tel 012 470 9562
Email: nitsa@pharmail.co.za
Contact Person: Ms Nitsa Manolis (FPE Administrator)
Tel 012 470 9562
Email: nitsa@pharmail.co.za
List of Bursaries in South Africa that Open Year Around (No Deadline):
All these listed bursaries have not an exact deadline for application opening and closing. Students can submit the application throughout the year.
It highly advises that students who require funding for their study should seek out and apply for all available bursary programs in which they meet the eligibility and requirements.
