{"id":11039,"date":"2025-06-23T17:23:32","date_gmt":"2025-06-23T15:23:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/?p=11039"},"modified":"2026-03-12T10:27:36","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T08:27:36","slug":"tukssport-up-sport-performance-bursary-south-africa-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/tukssport-up-sport-performance-bursary-south-africa-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"TuksSport UP Sport Performance Bursary South Africa 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The TuksSport UP Sport Performance Bursary South Africa offers young, talented athletes in South Africa a valuable opportunity to combine sport and education. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-the-tukssport-up-sport-performance-bursary\">What is the TuksSport UP Sport Performance Bursary?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This bursary is a support programme offered by the <strong>University of Pretoria<\/strong> (UP), one of South Africa\u2019s most respected universities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The TuksSport UP Sport Performance Bursary South Africa supports students who show strong performance in sport and are studying full-time at UP. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This support includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Medical assistance and injury care<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Access to scientific and sport testing services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fitness and training guidance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tactical and technical coaching<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Psychological support to manage stress and pressure<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-194462266\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-who-is-eligible-to-apply\">Who is Eligible to Apply?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To apply for the <strong>TuksSport UP Sport Performance Bursary South Africa<\/strong>, you must meet the following minimum requirements:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Be <strong>registered as a full-time student<\/strong> at the University of Pretoria for the <strong>2026 academic year<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Show excellent performance in one of the listed sporting disciplines (see below)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Be committed to training and participating in competitions as required<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Submit a complete application form with all required documents<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-sports-included-in-the-bursary\">Sports Included in the Bursary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The bursary covers a wide range of sports. You can only apply for support in <strong>one<\/strong> sport. These include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Archery<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Athletics<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Badminton<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Basketball<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Canoeing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Chess<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cricket<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cycling<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fencing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Football (Soccer)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Golf<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gymnastics<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hockey<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Judo<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Karate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Netball<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rowing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rugby<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Squash<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Swimming<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tennis<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Trampoline<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Triathlon<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Volleyball<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wrestling<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-3312659829\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-does-the-bursary-cover\">What Does the Bursary Cover?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The support includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Professional coaching in your sport<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fitness and conditioning programmes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Injury prevention and treatment services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sports psychology sessions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Testing and performance evaluations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Access to medical and scientific support<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Note: This bursary <strong>does not pay for your tuition or accommodation costs<\/strong>. It supports your development as an athlete through training and participation benefits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-are-recipients-selected\">How are Recipients Selected?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Bursary recipients are chosen based on several factors:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Need for athletes in specific sports clubs or positions<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>National and international sport rankings<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Potential to qualify for international competitions<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Commitment to training and competitions<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Strength of your application and supporting documents<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Each sport club within TuksSport has a priority list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Recommended for you: <a href=\"https:\/\/tholispane.co.za\/bursary-application-document-checklist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Essential Documents for a Successful Bursary Application in 2025: Your Ultimate Checklist!<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-186170062\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-application-process\">Application Process <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-1-complete-the-online-application-form\">Step 1: Complete the Online Application Form<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Visit the TuksSport website.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select your specific sport and complete the <strong>2026 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.up.ac.za\/tukssport\/article\/3002467\/sport-performance-support-bursary-\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bursary Application Form<\/a><\/strong> online.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-2-prepare-and-gather-the-required-documents\">Step 2: Prepare and Gather the Required Documents<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You must submit the following documents with your application:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Full-length action photograph<\/strong> of yourself (A5 size, jpeg format)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Grade 11 final results<\/strong> (if you are in Grade 12 now)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sports CV<\/strong>, including:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A history of your performance in sport<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your training plans, including your Matric exam training if applicable<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your strong and weak points<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Areas of focus during training<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Other achievements<\/strong> (e.g. cultural, leadership, associations)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Scanned copy of your application form<\/strong> (you will receive this by email after applying online)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure all documents are clear, accurate, and submitted together. Missing documents may lead to your application being rejected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-3-submit-your-application\">Step 3: Submit Your Application<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Send all your documents by email to: <strong><a href=\"mailto: tukssportbursary@up.ac.za\">tukssportbursary@up.ac.za<\/a><\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You will receive an acknowledgement email within three weeks. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-application-deadline\">Application Deadline<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>All applications must be submitted by 31 July 2025.<\/strong> Late applications will not be accepted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also check: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/fsca-bursary-for-students-with-disabilities-2026\/\">FSCA Bursary for Students With Disabilities 2026<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-306166969\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-ensure-your-bursary-gets-renewed\">How to Ensure Your Bursary Gets Renewed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p> You must reapply each year. Renewal is not automatic. To have the bursary renewed, you must:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Show good academic performance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Show improved sporting performance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Attend training sessions regularly<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stay committed to the TuksSport programme<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-important-contact-information\">Important Contact Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have any questions, contact TuksSport directly at:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Telephone<\/strong>: 012 420 6060<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Email<\/strong>: <a>tukssportbursary@up.ac.za<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Or speak to the manager of your specific sport\u2019s TuksSport club for direct assistance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-1846040248\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-frequently-asked-questions-faqs\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q: Can I apply for more than one sport?<\/strong><br>No, you may only apply for one sporting code.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q: Do I need to live in Pretoria to qualify?<\/strong><br>You must be a full-time student at the University of Pretoria, but your home location does not matter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q: Do I need to be a top national athlete?<\/strong><br>Not necessarily. The selection process considers rankings but also looks at potential, dedication, and need within the TuksSport system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q: Can I still apply if I have not yet been accepted at UP?<\/strong><br>You must be registered as a full-time UP student for 2026. If you are still waiting for acceptance, you may apply, but you will need to confirm registration before receiving the bursary.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Apply for the TuksSport UP Sport Performance Bursary South Africa for 2026. Find eligibility rules, required documents, sports covered, deadlines, and application steps.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":13,"featured_media":11043,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"rank_math_focus_keyword":"","rank_math_title":"","rank_math_description":"Apply for the TuksSport UP Sport Performance Bursary South Africa for 2026. 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