Are you a law student in South Africa passionate about human rights? The SAJHR bursaries 2027 offer a great chance for postgraduate students. This top-up bursary from the South African Journal on Human Rights supports LLM studies in key areas like constitutional law and justice issues.
About the SAJHR Bursary Programme
The South African Journal on Human Rights runs this bursary for South African students at public universities. It targets those in LLM programs. The focus is on research in human rights, constitutional law, or justice-related law. This once-off payment helps cover study costs.
Fields of Study Covered
This bursary fits students earning an LLM degree. Your research must connect to human rights, constitutional law, or justice topics. It aims to build skills in these important legal fields.
Bursary Value
The award goes up to R50 000. The exact amount depends on your situation and needs. Use it for study-related expenses like books or fees.
Eligibility Criteria
To apply, you must meet these rules:
- Be a Black South African or African student.
- Hold an LLB from a South African university.
- Have at least 65% average in your LLB.
- Be registered for an LLM at a public South African university.
- Be in your first or second year of LLM.
- Study topics in human rights, constitutional law, or justice law.
Who Gets Preference
Applications from students at these universities will stand out:
- University of Fort Hare
- University of Venda
- University of Limpopo
- University of Zululand
- University of the Western Cape
- Walter Sisulu University
Strong grades and financial need also help your case.
Required Supporting Documents
Gather these items for your application:
- Certified copy of your South African ID, passport, or permanent residence permit.
- Full academic transcript.
- Updated CV.
- Details of two references who can be reached.
- A motivational letter. In it, explain your financial need, interest in the field, and academic goals.
How to Apply
Email all documents to [email protected]. Use this subject line: SAJHR top-up bursary 2026. The closing date is 31 May 2026.
Selection Process
Winners learn their status by the end of June 2026. No news by then means you did not get it.
About SAJHR
Founded in 1985 by the Centre for Applied Legal Studies at the University of the Witwatersrand School of Law, SAJHR leads in public law. It pushes forward work in constitutional, human rights, and justice law. Contact Dr Joey Kok, the managing editor, at [email protected].
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