The Democratic Nursing Organization of South Africa (DENOSA) is committed to the professional development of its members. To address the need for advanced skills in the healthcare sector, the DENOSA Study Fund Committee offers annual financial assistance to nurses pursuing further qualifications.
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As nursing remains a scarce skill in South Africa, these bursaries serve as a tool for members to specialize in fields such as psychiatric nursing, community health, and clinical masters programs.
Key Benefits of the DENOSA Study Fund
The primary goal of the fund is to provide financial relief to dedicated nurses.
- Financial Assistance: Though the amounts are typically small and cover only a portion of expenses, they provide a necessary boost for tuition and study-related costs.
- Career Advancement: Funding is available for a variety of courses that help nurses climb the professional ladder and improve patient care standards.
- Specialization Support: The fund prioritizes courses that align with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) standards.
Eligibility Requirements
To be considered for the 2026 academic year, applicants must meet the following strict criteria:
- Membership Status: You must have been a fully paid-up member of DENOSA for at least two years immediately preceding your application.
- Current Membership: You must remain a paid-up member for the 2026 academic year and throughout the duration of your studies.
- Professional Registration: Applicants must be registered nurses and/or midwives.
- Course Level: Funding is available for post-basic undergraduate degrees, diploma courses, bridging courses, and postgraduate studies (Masters and Doctoral).
- Academic Progress: * Undergraduate/Diploma: You must have successfully passed at least half of the course (e.g., 6 courses for a degree) before applying.
- Bridging Courses: You must have successfully completed the first year of study.
- Postgraduate: Masters and Doctoral applicants must show significant progress and provide supervisor reports.
Application Documents and Process
The DENOSA bursary is a once-off donation and does not renew automatically. You must re-apply every year if you require further assistance.
Required Documentation:
- Completed Application Form: Must be signed in the presence of a Commissioner of Oaths.
- ID Document: A certified copy of your South African ID.
- Proof of Registration: Official proof of registration with your educational institution for 2026.
- Academic Records: Official transcripts showing previous results and courses passed.
- Motivation Letter: A one-page motivation detailing how your studies will help you assist DENOSA and the nursing profession upon completion.
How to Apply
Application forms are not faxed. You can download them from the official website or collect them from DENOSA Provincial Offices.
- Download Link: Official DENOSA 2026 Bursary Form
- Email Submission: Send your completed forms to leahr@denosa.org.za.
- Postal Submission: The Secretary, DENOSA Study Fund Committee, P O Box 1280, Pretoria, 0001.
Closing Date: 31 January 2026. Late applications will not be considered under any circumstances.
Contact and Provincial Office Details
For inquiries, it is best to contact the DENOSA Study Fund Committee directly or visit your local provincial office.
| Office | Physical Address | Contact Number |
| Head Office (Pretoria) | 605 Stanza Bopape Street, Pretoria | 012 343 2315 |
| Gauteng | 6 Berkswell Street, Gresswold, Johannesburg | 011 440 0122 |
| Western Cape | 2 First Avenue, Bellville, Cape Town | 021 949 1180 |
| KwaZulu-Natal | 1320 Durdoc Centre, 460 Smith Street, Durban | 031 305 1417 |
| Free State | 25A Milner Road, Waverley, Bloemfontein | 051 430 4142 |
| Eastern Cape | 5 Geard Street, North End, Port Elizabeth | 041 484 7323 |
| Limpopo | 96 Biccard Street, Polokwane | 015 297 5033 |
Additional Opportunity: Old Mutual Education Trust (OMET)
DENOSA members are also eligible for the Old Mutual Education Trust Scholarship. This is open to members, their spouses, and their children.
- Closing Date: 31 August 2025 (for the 2026 cycle).
- Application Link: Apply for OMET Scholarship
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