The Clicks Foundation Bursary is a merit-based programme aimed at supporting undergraduate students in fields linked to scarce and critical skills in the retail and pharmaceutical healthcare sectors. The programme provides financial support for qualifying students studying at South African universities.
Clicks Foundation Bursary 2027 – Quick Details
Bursary Provider: Clicks Foundation
Company: Clicks Group
Academic Year: 2027
Study Level: Undergraduate
Institution: South African universities
Citizenship: South African citizens
Age: 19–35 years
Closing Date: 1 October and closes on the 31st October according to the current 2027 Pharmacy/IT advert
Application: Online
Official Application: Clicks Careers portal
Fields of Study
The current 2027 opportunity covers students studying in the following areas:
Pharmacy
- Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm)
Information Technology and Computer Science
- Information Systems
- Information Technology
- Computer Science
- Data Science
The current 2027 advert indicates that the opportunity is aimed at 2nd- and 3rd-year Bachelor students in the listed IT-related fields, as well as 2nd- to 3rd-year Bachelor of Pharmacy students.
Requirements
Applicants should meet the following requirements:
- Be a South African citizen.
- Be a 2nd- or 3rd-year Bachelor student in one of the applicable fields.
- For Pharmacy, be studying towards a Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm).
- For the IT-related opportunity, be studying Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science or Data Science.
- Have achieved a minimum 65% average for the current year of study.
- Not be in receipt of another bursary or funding.
- Meet the Clicks Foundation’s selection criteria.
The broader Clicks Foundation information also states that applicants are assessed against the Foundation’s selection criteria and relevant national and provincial economically active population considerations. Preference is given to persons with disabilities and persons from designated groups.
What Does the Clicks Foundation Bursary Cover?
The bursary contributes towards:
- Registration fees
- Tuition fees
- Prescribed textbooks
- Study assistance and aids where required
The bursary applies to the academic year for which it is awarded and does not cover previous study loans or previous tuition expenses.
Documents Required
Applicants should prepare:
- Certified copy of South African ID
- Motivational letter
- Latest academic results
- Proof of registration
Incomplete applications or applications without the required supporting documentation may not be considered.
How to Apply
Applications are completed online through the Clicks Careers portal.
Bursary enquiries: bursaryadministrator@clicksgroup.co.za
Important
The Clicks general bursary page currently states that its bursary application period normally opens annually and closes during October, but the specific 2027 Pharmacy/IT opportunity currently advertised through university channels gives 1 October and closes on the 31st October as the closing date. Applicants should therefore check the live Clicks application portal before submitting.