???We are excited to announce that applications are now open for the prestigious Abe Bailey Travel Bursary, which offers third-year students and above, as well as junior lecturers across South Africa the opportunity to visit the United Kingdom from 27 November to 19 December 2025!
This fully funded travel tour was designed to develop South African students through cultural exposure and the chance to engage with peers from across South Africa and the United Kingdom.
The Abe Bailey Trust is passionate about empowering future leaders. Academically strong applicants who have demonstrated good leadership skills, have a heart for service, and the ability to make an impact on campus and beyond – and who are ready to contribute their skills, passion, and purpose to a dynamic, highly skilled group – are encouraged to apply.
Please download the documents below to review and to complete by clicking here.
the Abe Bailey Travel Bursary Notice.
?the Abe Bailey Travel Bursary Personal Information Sheet and Checklist.
a poster with information about the Abe Bailey Overseas Travel Bursary.
📣 PLEASE NOTE 📣 : You must be a South African citizen and have a valid South African passport to apply.
Application Requirements
Must be aged 25 or younger at the start of the tour.
Must have a strong command of English to engage meaningfully with fellow tour members and other individuals they will meet overseas.
Must be physically fit to participate in walking tours, and be able to participate in an intensive programme of activities.
A personal motivation letter explaining why you are applying for this tour and whether you have previously travelled to the UK.
Complete the Personal Information Sheet and Checklist.
A concise resume, which must not repeat information already included on the Personal Information Sheet.
Two recent reference letters that address the suitability of the candidate to meet the bursary’s objectives.
Copies of your ID and academic record.
Copies of university merit/achievement certificates (limited to five).
Summary of your leadership roles at university and in your community.
📅 Deadline for applications: Wednesday, 14 May 2025 by 16:00?
NO LATE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED.
📤 Please submit your application pack with ALL the required documents in ONE E-MAIL to Dr Heidi October at heidioctober@sun.ac.za and copy Ms Audrey Poole at ??audreyp@sun.ac.za in your mail.
💻 You can also visit the Abe Bailey Travel Bursary website for more details about the bursary by clicking here.
