
Financial
Aid
Financial aid
Funding your experience
Bushwise Field Guides is recognised by most South African major banks as an educational institution. As a result, these banks will typically offer student loans to South African citizens, enabling you to complete the Bushwise course. To take advantage of this, you will first have to enrol in one of the Bushwise courses. We will then supply you with a registration letter and a full quotation. You can subsequently take this quotation and registration letter to your bank of choice and apply for the student loan.
Our support team will be available to assist you with any further information that your bank or loan provider might need from Bushwise Field Guides. In the event of not successfully securing a student loan, let us know and we can explore different avenues with you. IFGA Professional Safari Guide course (6-12 months) course is the most affordable long-term course when looking at daily rates.
Bushwise
Foundation grants
We understand that paying for education is a big commitment. That’s why we offer Bushwise Foundation grants of up to R100,000. These grants are open to everyone, so anyone can apply. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to build on your experience, we encourage you to apply to determine what grant amount you qualify for.

ABSA
For more information,
please call 08601 00372

Standard Bank
For more information,
please call 0860 123000

Nedbank
For more information,
please call 0860 555 111

Solidariteit Studiefonds
For more information,
please call 012 111 8360

FNB
For more information,
please call 0861 404040
Loans
Past Bushwise students have successfully received loans from the banks below.
Payment plans
Plan 1
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A R15,000 (£1155) deposit secures your booking
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First instalment due 20 weeks before the course start date
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Final instalment due 12 weeks before the course start date
Plan 2
30% of the full amount is deposited to secure your booking
The balance is split into six instalments leading up to the course start date
Plan 3
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30% of the full amount is deposited to secure your booking
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The balance is split into equal installments with the final installment due 1 month before your course ends

Don't let money slow your dreams
Chat to us about scholarships and payment plans – let's make your wild dreams come true. For more information please contact info@bushwise.co.za