Mediclinic is a leading private healthcare group in Southern Africa, comprised of a network of over 70 acute care hospitals, many of which are located within convenient reach of patients’ homes.
Mediclinic is committed to patient-centered care and delivers a variety of specialist services throughout its extensive healthcare network.
The group’s dedication to excellence in healthcare extends beyond the walls of their facilities, as evidenced by their bursary program, which supports aspiring healthcare professionals.
About the Mediclinic Bursary
The Mediclinic Bursary provides financial assistance to South African students enrolled in a Bachelor’s program at a registered institution in one of the following fields: Nursing, Pharmacy, and Emergency Medical Care.
The bursary program is designed to support students who demonstrate academic merit and a financial need.
Preference will be given to students from previously disadvantaged backgrounds and those who identify as part of a South African Employment Equity group.
Mediclinic Bursary Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Mediclinic Bursary, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be a South African citizen
- Be enrolled for or planning to enroll full-time in a qualifying Bachelor’s program at a registered South African university
- Be a student in good academic standing (minimum GPA requirements not specified on the webpage but generally a B average is expected)
- Demonstrate financial need
While a minimum GPA is not explicitly stated, bursary recipients are expected to maintain good academic standing throughout their studies.
The bursary program places a strong emphasis on financial need, and preference will be given to students from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Students who identify as part of a South African Employment Equity group are also encouraged to apply.
Mediclinic Bursary Application Requirements
The following documents are required to complete a Mediclinic Bursary application:
- A completed application form
- Certified copies of your South African ID document
- Proof of your enrollment or acceptance letter from a registered South African university for a qualifying program in nursing, pharmacy, or emergency medical care
- Your latest academic transcript
- A detailed letter motivating your application for the bursary program
- Supporting documents that verify your financial need (e.g. parents’ payslips, SASSA statements)
How to Apply
Applications for the Mediclinic Bursary program are submitted online via the Mediclinic website.
The bursary webpage may not be available year-round, so it is advisable to check Mediclinic’s website periodically for application deadlines and updates.
How to Contact Mediclinic
For any questions about the Mediclinic Bursary program, please contact the Mediclinic Bursary division by email at [email protected].
Mediclinic Bursary Closing Date
The application deadline for the Mediclinic Bursary program is in the second half of the year (around August or September), but the specific date may vary.
Be sure to check the Mediclinic website for the most up-to-date application deadlines.