Beefmaster Group invites academically deserving South African students to apply for the Beefmaster Group Bursary Programme for the 2027 academic year.
Bursary Application Closing Date: 31 August 2026
Bursary Location: South Africa
Beefmaster Group Bursary Programme 2027
The Beefmaster Group Bursary provides financial support to South African students who will enter the final undergraduate year of an approved agriculture qualification in 2027.
The bursary forms part of Beefmaster Group’s Human Capital Development Strategy and is intended to help develop qualified professionals who can contribute to South Africa’s agricultural and beef-production industries.
Applicants must have a strong academic record and be studying in one of the specified agriculture fields.
Bursary Programme Overview
Bursary provider: Beefmaster Group
Programme: Beefmaster Group Bursary 2027
Academic year: 2027
Study level: Final undergraduate year
Eligible applicants: South African citizens
Fields: Agricultural Economics, Animal Science and Animal Production
Closing date: 31 August 2026
Application method: Email
Fields of Study Covered
The bursary is available to students studying towards one of the following qualifications:
- BSc Agriculture majoring in Agricultural Economics.
- BSc Agriculture majoring in Animal Science.
- Bachelor of Agriculture majoring in Animal Production.
Applicants studying qualifications outside these listed fields may not qualify.
Who Can Apply?
Applicants must:
- Be South African citizens.
- Be entering their final undergraduate year in 2027.
- Be studying an approved agriculture qualification.
- Have an excellent academic record.
- Submit all required supporting documents.
- Apply before the closing date.
Meeting the minimum requirements does not automatically guarantee that a bursary will be awarded.
Academic Requirements
Applicants must demonstrate strong academic performance.
The supplied information does not specify:
- A minimum average.
- Minimum marks for individual subjects.
- A required number of completed modules.
- Whether failed or repeated modules are permitted.
Applicants should submit a complete academic record showing all available results.
Final-Year Study Requirement
The bursary is intended for students entering their final undergraduate year.
Applicants should therefore ensure that their academic record confirms that they are progressing into the last year of their qualification during the 2027 academic year.
Students who are not entering their final undergraduate year may not meet the eligibility requirements.
About Beefmaster Group
Beefmaster Group is a privately owned South African beef-production company supplying beef products to local and international markets.
Through its bursary programme, the company aims to support the development of graduates with knowledge and skills relevant to agriculture, animal production and agricultural business.
The programme may help strengthen the future workforce within the agricultural sector.
Required Application Documents
Applicants must submit:
- A brief Curriculum Vitae containing personal information.
- A half-page motivation explaining why they should receive the bursary.
- A certified copy of their South African identity document.
- A certified copy of their Grade 12 certificate.
- A complete academic record containing the latest results.
Incomplete applications may not be considered.
CV Requirements
The CV should be brief but should include relevant information such as:
- Full name and surname.
- Contact number.
- Email address.
- Residential address.
- South African citizenship.
- University or institution.
- Qualification.
- Current year of study.
- Expected final year.
- Academic achievements.
- Relevant practical experience.
- Leadership or extracurricular involvement.
- References where appropriate.
Applicants should ensure that all contact details are current and correct.
Motivation Letter Requirements
Applicants must submit a motivation of approximately half a page.
The motivation should explain:
- Why the applicant deserves the bursary.
- The applicant’s academic achievements.
- Why they selected their agriculture field.
- Their career goals.
- Their interest in the agricultural sector.
- How the bursary will support their final year.
- How they plan to contribute to agriculture after graduation.
The motivation should be clear, professional and specific to the Beefmaster Group Bursary.
Academic Record
Applicants must submit a full academic record containing their latest results.
The record should clearly show:
- The applicant’s name.
- University or institution.
- Qualification.
- Modules completed.
- Marks obtained.
- Current academic status.
- Latest available results.
Screenshots or incomplete result statements should be avoided unless specifically accepted by Beefmaster Group.
Certified Documents
The following documents must be certified:
- South African identity document.
- Grade 12 certificate.
The supplied information does not specify how recently the documents must have been certified.
Applicants should use clear and recently certified copies to reduce the risk of their documents being rejected.
Bursary Expenses Covered
The supplied information does not specify which expenses will be covered by the bursary.
It does not confirm funding for:
- Tuition fees.
- Registration fees.
- Accommodation.
- Textbooks.
- Meals.
- Transport.
- Living allowances.
- Study equipment.
- Vacation work.
Applicants should request clarification from Beefmaster Group where necessary.
How to Apply for the Beefmaster Group Bursary 2027
Applications must be submitted by email to Blanche Mpiwa.
Application email: blanche.mpiwa@beefmaster.co.za
Contact person: Blanche Mpiwa
Applicants may use the following email subject line:
Beefmaster Group Bursary 2027 Application
All required supporting documents should be attached before the email is submitted.
Suggested Email Format
Applicants may use a brief email message such as:
Subject: Beefmaster Group Bursary 2027 Application
Dear Ms Mpiwa,
Please find attached my application for the Beefmaster Group Bursary for the 2027 academic year.
I am currently studying towards a qualification in the approved agricultural field and will be entering my final undergraduate year in 2027.
Attached are my CV, motivation, certified identity document, certified Grade 12 certificate and full academic record.
Kind regards,
Full name
Contact number
Bursary Application Closing Date
Applications close on:
31 August 2026
Applicants should submit early to allow enough time to prepare certified documents, obtain their latest academic results and correct any application errors.
Late applications may not be considered.
Selection Process
The supplied information does not explain the complete selection process.
Applicants may be assessed according to:
- Academic performance.
- Eligibility of the qualification.
- Final-year status.
- Quality of the motivation.
- Completeness of the application.
- Suitability for the bursary programme.
Only applicants selected for the next stage may be contacted.
Important Information Not Specified
The supplied bursary information does not confirm:
- The total number of bursaries available.
- The value of each bursary.
- The exact expenses covered.
- Whether interviews will be conducted.
- Whether financial need is compulsory.
- Whether current bursary recipients may apply.
- Whether recipients must complete vacation work.
- Whether a work-back agreement applies.
- When successful applicants will be notified.
Applicants should rely on any additional instructions provided directly by Beefmaster Group.
Important Application Checklist
Before submitting the application, confirm that:
- You are a South African citizen.
- You will enter your final undergraduate year in 2027.
- You are studying an approved agriculture qualification.
- Your CV contains current personal information.
- Your half-page motivation is attached.
- Your identity document is certified.
- Your Grade 12 certificate is certified.
- Your full academic record includes the latest results.
- All documents are clear and readable.
- Your email subject clearly identifies the bursary.
- Your application is emailed to blanche.mpiwa@beefmaster.co.za.
- Your application is submitted by 31 August 2026.