STH Bursary 2026: Apply at UJ for Tourism & Hospitality Funding

🏫 About the STH Bursary

The School of Tourism and Hospitality (STH) at the University of Johannesburg (UJ) is offering bursaries for the 2026 academic year to support deserving students in the Tourism and Hospitality Management fields.

These bursaries aim to reward students who show academic excellence, financial need, and commitment to the hospitality and tourism industry.

📅 Closing Date: 30 October 2025 (no late applications will be accepted)

📍 Institution: University of Johannesburg – College of Business and Economics

📧 Submit via Email: adilaa@uj.ac.za

📞 Contact: 011 559 1158

🎓 Who Can Apply

To qualify for the STH Bursary 2026, you must:

✅ Be a registered UJ student (you must already have a UJ student number).

✅ Be a South African citizen with a valid ID.

✅ Be studying Tourism Management or Hospitality Management.

✅ Have passed all subjects in the previous academic year (for renewal).

✅ Apply each year — the bursary is valid for one year at a time.

💰 Bursary Category

Butch Kerzner Memorial Trust Bursary

This prestigious bursary supports senior students (2nd year and above) who have demonstrated outstanding academic performance.

• Award value: Up to R20,000

• Renewal depends on academic progress each year.

🧾 Required Supporting Documents

Your application must include certified copies of all the following (documents older than 6 months won’t be accepted):

1️⃣ Curriculum Vitae (max 3 pages)

2️⃣ South African ID copy

3️⃣ Certified academic record from UJ or the Department of Education

4️⃣ Certified copy of Grade 12 certificate

5️⃣ A hand-written, one-page motivation explaining why you deserve this bursary

6️⃣ Proof of household income (latest payslips or affidavits if unemployed)

7️⃣ Statement of fees account (from UJ student portal)

⚠️ Incomplete applications will not be considered.

💼 Financial Information

Applicants must declare gross annual income for all household members.

• If there is no income, attach a sworn affidavit confirming unemployment or social grant income.

• Applications with “R0” income and no supporting documents will be rejected.

🧩 Other Application Details

• Students must complete the form by hand in block letters.

• Only complete and signed forms will be processed.

• UJ will treat all applications as confidential.

• Applicants must sign a declaration confirming that all information is true and correct.

📥 How to Apply

Step 1: Download the Application Form

👉 Download the STH Bursary Application Form 2026 (PDF)

Step 2: Complete the Form by Hand

Fill in all required sections, including personal details, income declaration, and motivation letter.

Step 3: Attach All Supporting Documents

Ensure each attachment is certified and recent.

Step 4: Submit Your Application

📧 Email your full application to: adilaa@uj.ac.za📍 Or hand-deliver it to:

🕓 Deadline: Thursday, 30 October 2025

📞 Contact Details

For enquiries, contact the STH Office:

📞 011 559 1158

📧 adilaa@uj.ac.za

🎯 Why Apply for the STH Bursary

This bursary is more than financial aid — it’s an investment in the future of South Africa’s tourism and hospitality industry.If you’re passionate about service excellence, leadership, and innovation in tourism, this bursary can help you achieve your goals.