The Babette Taute Trust is inviting eligible students to apply for the Babette Taute Honours Scholarships for the 2027 academic year. The scholarship supports students pursuing full-time Honours studies in English language and literature at South African universities.
Successful applicants can receive R50,000 towards their one-year Honours programme. Applications close on 20 November 2026. South African citizens and permanent residents are eligible to apply.
Babette Taute Trust Bursary 2027: Quick Overview
Bursary provider: Babette Taute Trust
Scholarship name: Babette Taute Honours Scholarship
Academic year: 2027
Funding amount: R50,000 per scholarship
Study level: Honours / postgraduate
Field of study: English language and literature, including applied language studies
Study mode: Full-time
Location: South African universities
Eligible applicants: South African citizens and permanent residents
Closing date: 20 November 2026
Application method: Email
Administrator: Sanlam Trust
What Does the Babette Taute Scholarship Cover?
The scholarship provides R50,000 to successful candidates enrolled in a full-time, one-year Honours programme in an eligible field of English studies.
The scholarship is intended to support postgraduate students continuing their academic development in English language and literature.
Applicants who receive other scholarships or awards may still be eligible, provided the combined value of their awards does not exceed R120,000. The Babette Taute Scholarship may be reduced if necessary to comply with this limit.
Fields of Study Covered
The Babette Taute Trust Scholarship supports Honours studies in:
English language and literature
English linguistics and related areas
Applied language studies
Applicants should confirm that their intended Honours programme falls within the scholarship’s eligible fields before submitting an application.
Who Qualifies for the Babette Taute Trust Bursary?
To be considered, applicants must meet the following requirements:
Be a South African citizen or permanent resident of South Africa.
Be pursuing a full-time, one-year Honours programme in an eligible English-related field.
Have a strong academic record.
Demonstrate merit beyond academic results where applicable.
The trustees also consider other achievements, including leadership in cultural or social activities, quality of writing and publications, and excellence in English teaching or translation.
Selection is based on merit, and meeting the basic requirements does not guarantee an award.
How to Apply for the Babette Taute Honours Scholarship 2027
Interested applicants should obtain and complete the official application form and follow the instructions provided in the application pack.
Submit the application by email to both contacts below:
To: Lauren Smidt — lauren.smidt@sanlamtrust.co.za
CC: Naaznien Parker — naaznien.parker@sanlamtrust.co.za
Use the following email subject line:
Babette Taute 2027 Application/Query: Your Surname
Replace “Your Surname” with your own surname. Applicants should carefully review the application form for the full list of supporting documents and submission instructions.
Required Documents
Applicants should consult the official application form for the exact document checklist. Prepare the requested supporting information and ensure that all required documents are submitted before the deadline.
If academic references or additional evidence of merit are required by the current application pack, allow sufficient time to arrange them.
Babette Taute Bursary Closing Date
The closing date for the 2027 Babette Taute Honours Scholarship is 20 November 2026.
Late applications may not be considered. Applicants are encouraged to submit their completed applications well before the deadline.
Contact Details
For application forms and scholarship enquiries, contact the administrators:
Lauren Smidt
Email: lauren.smidt@sanlamtrust.co.za
Naaznien Parker
Email: naaznien.parker@sanlamtrust.co.za
Remember to include the required subject line in all correspondence.
Apply for the Babette Taute Trust Bursary 2027
If you are planning to pursue a full-time Honours qualification in English language and literature in 2027, this scholarship may be worth considering. Review the eligibility criteria, read the official application form carefully and submit your application before 20 November 2026.
Official information and application form: University of the Western Cape – Babette Taute Honours 2027 Scholarship
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