List Of Science Bursaries in South Africa 2023 – 2024
AVIATION, AIR TRAFFIC | PILOT BURSARIES FOR 2023 – 2024
List Of Science Bursaries in South Africa | Air traffic controllers work in area control centres and airport control towers and are responsible for the route mapping of aircraft using the most efficient route, tracking the aircraft’s position using radar and ensuring the aircraft’s safety in the airspace.
Airline pilots are responsible for flying passengers or cargo on short or long-haul flights for business, commercial or leisure purposes. An aircraft is usually operated by two pilots – a captain or pilot in command and a supporting first officer.
Commercial Pilot earn an average annual salary of R360 000, while Air traffic controllers earn an average annual salary of R300 000.
- ATNS AIMO Bursary
- Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality Bursary
- KZN Provincial Government Bursaries
- Mpumalanga Provincial Government Bursary
- North West Provincial Government Bursary
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ACTUARIAL SCIENCE BURSARIES FOR 2023 – 2024
Actuaries assess the probability of an event and the financial consequences thereof, using mathematical skills and statistical techniques. They provide financial, strategic and commercial advice with their knowledge of business and economics, as well as their understanding of statistics, probability theory and investment theory.
Actuaries earn an average salary of R612 000 per annum, with an entry-level actuary earning around R465 000 per annum.
- Capitec Bank Bursary
- City of Johannesburg Bursary
- Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality Bursary
- Financial Services Board (FSB) Bursary
- FNB Fund Bursary
- Investec Bank CSI Bursary
- ISFAP Bursary
- JSE Empowerment Fund (JEF) Bursary
- Liberty Life Bursary
- Oasis Bursary
- Old Mutual Actuarial Bursary
- PPS Bursary
- Sanlam Bursary
- SARS Bursary
- South African Actuaries Development Programme Bursary
- South African Reserve Bank Bursary
- Standard Bank CSI Bursary
- Stanlib Bursary
- Vodacom Bursary
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AGRICULTURE | AGRICULTURAL RELATED STUDIES BURSARIES FOR 2023 – 2024
Agricultural managers are responsible for overseeing the development of crops, animals and other commodities sold to companies or private customers. Agricultural managers manage the day-to-day operations of commercial agricultural operations, including crop planning, budgeting, hiring and management of production workers and farm maintenance supervision.
Farm Managers earn an average salary of R191 000 per annum.
- ABSA Bank Bursary
- AECI Limited Bursary
- Agribusiness Centenary Bursary
- AgriSETA Bursary
- Bushbuckridge Local Municipality Bursary
- Cape Agulhas Municipality Bursary
- Citrus Academy Bursary
- Department of Agriculture, Forestry | Fisheries Bursary
- Department of Rural Development and Agrarian Reform (DRDAR) Bursary
- Ephraim Mogale Local Municipality Bursary
- FNB Fund Bursary
- Gert Sibande District Municipality Bursary
- GWK Ben Scholtz Bursary Fund
- HORTGRO Bursary
- IDB Education Trust Bursary Loan
- Illovo Sugar Ltd Bursary
- Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) Bursary
- Irish Aid Kader Asmal Scholarship
- Land Bank Bursary
- Maize Trust Bursary
- Motsepe Foundation Bursary
- Mpumalanga Provincial Government Bursary
- NEET (National Economic Education Trust) Bursary
- North West Provincial Government Bursary
- NYDA Solomon Mahlangu Scholarship Fund
- Okhahlamba Local Municipality Bursary
- Old Mutual Investment Group (OMIG) Imfundo Trust Scholarship
- Omnia Bursary
- Potato Industry Development Trust Bursaries
- PPS Bursary
- Rustenburg Municipality Bursary
- SAB (South African Breweries) Bursary
- SIOC Community Development Trust (SIOC-CDT) Bursary
- South African Nursery Association Bursary
- Standard Bank CSI Bursary
- Subtrop SAAGA Bursary
- SUBTROP Lindsey Milne Bursary
- Sugar Industry Trust Fund for Education (SITFE) Bursary
- Vhembe District Municipality Mayoral Bursary
- Western Cape Dept of Agriculture – Elsenburg Agricultural Training Institute Bursary
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ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY | GENERAL CHEMISTRY BURSARIES FOR 2023 – 2024
Chemists search for and make use of new knowledge about chemicals to develop drugs, cosmetics and synthetic fibres. Chemists specialise in the following areas: organic and inorganic chemistry, physical and theoretical chemistry, analytical, medical, materials and macromolecular chemistry.
Analytical chemists work in laboratories with a team of other scientists, to study chemical compounds and their makeup.
The average annual salary for a Chemist is R250 000 and R165 000 for an Analytical Chemist.
- AECI Limited Bursary
- Anglo American Platinum Bursary
- Armscor Bursary
- Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality Bursary
- Bushbuckridge Local Municipality Bursary
- Canyon Coal Bursary
- CHIETA Bursary
- Department of Environmental Affairs Bursary
- FoodBev SETA Bursary
- Impala Platinum/ Implats Bursary
- ISFAP Bursary
- Omnia Bursary
- Rand Water Bursary
- Rio Tinto/ Richards Bay Minerals (RBM) Bursary
- SARS Bursary
- Standard Bank CSI Bursary
- Upstream Training Trust Bursary
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ANIMAL SCIENCE BURSARIES FOR 2023 – 2024
Animal scientists research with regards to nutrition, growth, reproduction, genetics and development of domestic animals. They also conduct research on livestock and products produced by livestock such as milk, eggs, meat, leather, fibre and other products.
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ANTHROPOLOGY AND ARCHAEOLOGY BURSARIES FOR 2023 – 2024
Forensic anthropologists study bones (in the field called osteology) and profile research subjects via information gathering to determine the age, gender and physical condition of the body and bones at death. They work to assist law enforcement agencies with processing skeletal evidence.
Archaeologists, on the other hand, study human history by way of examining artefacts, such as prehistoric buildings and tools, as well as animal bones and microorganisms.
Anthropologists earn an average annual salary of R370 000 to R574 000 depending on years in the field.
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BIOLOGY | BIOLOGICAL SCIENCE BURSARIES FOR 2023 – 2024
Field biologists are those who research air, on land and in the water regarding the study of plants, bird and animal behaviour in natural ecosystems. Field biologists track land and aquatic animal movements, as well as collect plant specimens.
Biological scientists examine how living organisms relate to their surrounding environment, specialising in numerous animal, plant or environmental studies.
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BIOMEDICAL BURSARIES FOR 2023 – 2024
Biomedical technicians are responsible for installing, testing, calibrating and thereafter repairing biomedical equipment, as well as maintaining safe operations and training users.
Biomedical scientists conduct numerous scientific and laboratory test on tissue samples to assist with diagnosis and treatment of diseases.
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BOTANY | PLANT STUDIES BURSARIES FOR 2023 – 2024
The botany field is a very broad one – it includes the study of more than 300 000 species of plants, from mosses to giant trees. In essence, Botanists are biological scientists who study plants, usually specialising in one group or type of plant or one approach to plant studies.
- AECI Limited Bursary
- Citrus Academy Bursary
- Department of Agriculture, Forestry | Fisheries Bursary
- Dept of Economic Development, Environmental Affairs and Tourism (EC) Bursary
- Digby Wells Environmental Bursary
- HORTGRO Bursary
- Limpopo Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism (LEDET) Bursary
- Maize Trust Bursary
- PPS Bursary
- Starke Ayres Bursary
- South African Association of Botanists Scholarship
- South African Society of Crop Production (SASCP) Bursary
- Southern African Weed Science Society Bursary
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ECONOMETRICS BURSARIES FOR 2023 – 2024
Econometricians utilise economic theory and quantitative analysis techniques to analyse economic relationships and apply them to everyday applications. They are usually responsible for designing, developing, maintaining, evaluating and replicating long and short term models.
- Dept of Economic Development, Environmental Affairs and Tourism (EC) Bursary
- Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality Bursary
- Mpumalanga Provincial Government Bursary
- Rand Water Bursary
- Standard Bank CSI Bursary
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ENVIRONMENTAL BURSARIES FOR 2023 – 2024
Environmental managers oversee the environmental performance of public and private sector companies They also develop, implement and monitor environmental strategies that encourage sustainable development.
Environmental managers can also advise companies on how best to minimise their environmental impacts – such as creating schemes for recycling, reduction and prevention of pollution, waster management and renewable energy.
Environmental Managers earn an average income of R442 000 per annum.
- Alfred Nzo District Municipality Bursary
- Cape Agulhas Municipality Bursary
- Cape Winelands District Municipality Mayoral Bursary
- CHIETA Bursary
- City of Cape Town Bursary
- City of Johannesburg Bursary
- Department of Environmental Affairs Bursary
- Department of Mineral Resources Bursary
- Department of Tourism Bursary
- Department of Water | Sanitation Bursary
- Dept of Economic Development, Environmental Affairs and Tourism (EC) Bursary
- Digby Wells Environmental Bursary
- Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality Bursary
- Eskom Bursaries
- EWSETA Bursary
- FoodBev SETA Bursary
- Gauteng Dept of Roads and Transport Bursary
- Gauteng Provincial Department of Human Settlements Bursary
- Gert Sibande District Municipality Bursary
- Gold Fields Ltd Bursary
- Mpumalanga Provincial Government Bursary
- Msunduzi Municipality Bursary
- Northern Cape Dept of Transport, Safety | Liaison Bursary
- Rand Water Bursary
- Standard Bank CSI Bursary
- TCTA (Trans-Caledon Tunnel Authority) Bursary
- TOTAL Bursary
- Upstream Training Trust Bursary
- Vhembe District Municipality Mayoral Bursary
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FARMING BURSARIES FOR 2023 – 2024
Farmers (also known as agriculturers) engage in agriculture by raising living organisms for food or raw materials. Farmers generally raise field crops, vineyards, orchards and livestock.
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FOOD SCIENCE | FOOD TECHNOLOGY BURSARIES FOR 2023 – 2024
Food scientists study the ingredients and chemical, microbiological and physical properties of food to ensure that it is safe for consumption. Food scientists evaluate the flavour, colour, texture and nutritional value of food.
Food technologists ensure that food processes and products are developed, manufactured and modified efficiently and safely. Food Technologists earn around R175 000 per annum.
- AECI Limited Bursary
- AVI Limited Bursary
- Clover Bursary
- Department of Agriculture, Forestry | Fisheries Bursary
- FoodBev SETA Bursary
- IDB Education Trust Bursary Loan
- Irish Aid Kader Asmal Scholarship
- Maize Trust Bursary
- SAAFoST Bursary
- W|RSETA Bursary
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FORESTRY BURSARIES FOR 2023 – 2024
Foresters practice forestry, which is the profession as well as the art and science of managing forests. These professional harvest timber, manage protected areas and provide ecological restoration, among other activities.
Foresters earn an average annual salary of R245 000.
- ABSA Bank Bursary
- Department of Agriculture, Forestry | Fisheries Bursary
- IDB Education Trust Bursary Loan
- Mondi Bursary
- Sappi Bursary
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GENETICS BURSARIES FOR 2023 – 2024
Genetic scientists (also known as Geneticists) use their knowledge to treat and guide patients with hereditary disorders or diseases.
Genetic counsellors test patients for hereditary conditions and provide advice on possible treatments.
GEOGRAPHY | GEOGRAPHIC BURSARIES FOR 2023 – 2024
Geographers study the earth, as well as it’s land, inhabitants and other features. Geographers also examine cultural and political structures that relate to geography.
- Alfred Nzo District Municipality Bursary
- City of Cape Town Bursary
- Department of Environmental Affairs Bursary
- Department of Rural Development and Land Reform Bursary
- Dept of Economic Development, Environmental Affairs and Tourism (EC) Bursary
- Digby Wells Environmental Bursary
- Gauteng Dept of Roads and Transport Bursary
- Gauteng Provincial Department of Human Settlements Bursary
- Mpumalanga Provincial Government Bursary
- Oasis Bursary
- Standard Bank CSI Bursary
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GEO RELATED BURSARIES (GEOMATICS, GEOPHYSICS, GEOHYDROLOGY, GEOCHEMISTRY, GEO-INFORMATICS) FOR 2023 – 2024
-Geomatics (also known as geospatial science or surveying engineering) is the science of gathering, storing, processing and thereafter delivering spatially referenced information or geographic information.
-Geophysics is the scientific use of chemistry, physics, advanced mathematics and geology to study the earth and its oceans, atmosphere, internal make-up, electrical and other fields.
-Hydrogeology is the study of how groundwater moves through the rocks and soil of the earth
-Geochemistry is the science whereby experts use their knowledge of chemistry and geology to seek out natural resources such as minerals, oils and natural gas. They also use their knowledge and skills to increase the quality of water and reduce pollution.
-Geoinformatics is the science and technology whereby information science infrastructure is developed and used in addressing the problems of geoscience, geography, cartography and related branches of engineering and science.
- Construction Education and Training Authority (CETA) Thapelo Madibeng Bursary
- City of Cape Town Bursary
- Council for Geoscience Bursary
- Department of Rural Development and Land Reform Bursary
- Msunduzi Municipality Bursary
- South African Council for Professional and Technical Surveyors Bursary
- Upstream Training Trust Bursary
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GENERAL SCIENCE BURSARIES FOR 2023 – 2024
The bursaries listed below cover various fields within the Science faculty, so anyone studying towards a Science qualification (regardless of the field of study) could be eligible to apply for these bursaries.
- Allan Gray Orbis Fellowship Bursary
- Armscor Bursary
- CHIETA Bursary
- CSIR Bursary
- Evraz Highveld Bursary
- Investec Bank CSI Bursary
- Motsepe Foundation Bursary
- NEET (National Economic Education Trust) Bursary
- Palabora Mining Bursary
- North West Provincial Government Bursary
- Pretune SIM Card Bursary
- PPS Bursary
- Public Investment Corporation (PIC) Bursary
- SAB (South African Breweries) Bursary
- Sasol Bursary
- SAWISE Angus Scholarship
- SIOC Community Development Trust (SIOC-CDT) Bursary
- Sugar Industry Trust Fund for Education (SITFE) Bursary
- SKA South Africa Bursaries
- Standard Bank 150 Bursaries
- The Funza Lushaka Bursary Programme
- The Paul Mthimunye Bursary Fund
- Tiso Foundation Bursary
- Volkswagen Community Trust Bursary
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GEOLOGY BURSARIES FOR 2023 – 2024
Geologists study the structure, composition and history of the earth’s crust, as well as examining minerals, fossils and rocks to identify the processes affecting the development of the earth. These experts also apply their knowledge of mathematics, biology, chemistry and physics to try to locate petroleum and mineral deposits and underground water sources.
Geologist (entry-level) earn an average income of R292 000 per annum.
- Afrimat Bursary
- Alfred Nzo District Municipality Bursary
- Anglo American Coal Bursary
- Anglo American Platinum Bursary
- BHP Billiton Bursary
- Black Mountain Bursary
- Canyon Coal Bursary
- Council for Geoscience Bursary
- de Beers Bursary
- Department of Mineral Resources Bursary
- Digby Wells Environmental Bursary
- Ernest Oppenheimer Memorial Trust Bursary
- Exxaro Bursary
- Gert Sibande District Municipality Bursary
- Glencore plc Bursary
- Gold Fields Ltd Bursary
- Impala Platinum/ Implats Bursary
- Keaton Energy Mining Bursaries
- Kumba Iron Ore Bursary
- Lonmin Bursary
- Mining Qualifications Authority (MQA) Bursary
- NYDA Solomon Mahlangu Scholarship Fund
- Petra Diamonds Bursary
- PPC Bursary
- Rio Tinto/ Richards Bay Minerals (RBM) Bursary
- Samancor Chrome Bursary
- SARS Bursary
- Sibanye-Stillwater Bursary
- South 32 Bursary
- Thebe Foundation Dr EJ Mabuza Bursary
- Upstream Training Trust Bursary
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GRAIN | CROP STUDIES BURSARIES FOR 2023 – 2024
Grain farmers are responsible for growing grain such as wheat, corn, rye, sorghums and others. These farms usually specialize in 2 or 3 types of grains.
Grain merchandisers buy and sell grains (such as the ones mentioned above) and can work as a broker for other grain buyers and sellers, as well as manage futures accounts.
Crop farmers have a vast knowledge and experience of crop science – from pest control to horticulture and business contracts.
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HORTICULTURE BURSARIES FOR 2023 – 2024
A horticulturist or horticultural worker is responsible for growing, harvesting and selling plants, trees, shrubs and flowers. They generally work at landscape companies, nurseries, botanical gardens, arboretums and parks.
Horticulturists earn around R167 000 per annum.
- Citrus Academy Bursary
- Department of Environmental Affairs Bursary
- HORTGRO Bursary
- South African Nursery Association Bursary
- Starke Ayres Bursary
HYDROLOGY | HYDROGEOLOGY BURSARIES FOR 2023 – 2024
Hydrologists are experts in measuring water volume and streamflow, among other body properties. They also collect samples of water and soil to test for certain properties, as well as analyse data on the environmental impacts of drought, pollution, erosion and other problems.
Hydrogeologists study the movement, location and quality of subterraneous water formations – these findings are used for aquifer protection, construction projects and for safely disposing of hazardous waste.
Hydrologist earns an average annual salary of R264 000, while Hydrogeologist earns around R300 000.
- Department of Water | Sanitation Bursary
- Digby Wells Environmental Bursary
- Vhembe District Municipality Mayoral Bursary
MARINE BIOLOGY, OCEANOGRAPHY, AQUATIC SCIENCE, MARITIME STUDIES | RELATED STUDIES BURSARIES FOR 2023 – 2024
-Marine biology is the study of living beings in the ocean – from plankton to whales and everything in between.
-Oceanography is split into various categories: physical oceanography, biological oceanography and chemical oceanography all of which have different tasks and working environments. Generally, oceanographers study and research water, sea life, climates and weather that help with the preservation of natural resources of waters.
-Aquatic science studies the freshwater and oceanic environments of the earth.
- Cape Agulhas Municipality Bursary
- Department of Agriculture, Forestry | Fisheries Bursary
- Department of Environmental Affairs Bursary
- Dept of Economic Development, Environmental Affairs and Tourism (EC) Bursary
- Digby Wells Environmental Bursary
- ISFAP Bursary
- KZN Provincial Government Bursaries
- SAMSA (South African Maritime Safety Authority) Bursary
- SMIT Amandla Marine Bursary
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MATHEMATICS BURSARIES (BUSINESS MATHEMATICS, APPLIED MATHEMATICS, MATHEMATICAL STATISTICS, FINANCIAL MATHEMATICS, BUSINESS MATHEMATICS) FOR 2023 – 2024
Mathematicians research fundamental mathematics and mathematical technique applications to science, management and related fields. Mathematicians also solve problems with mathematical methods.
The average annual salary for a mathematician is around R247 000.
- ABSA Bank Bursary
- African Institute for Mathematical Sciences Bursaries
- Armscor Bursary
- Capitec Bank Bursary
- FNB Fund Bursary
- Investec Bank CSI Bursary
- ISFAP Bursary
- JSE Empowerment Fund (JEF) Bursary
- Motsepe Foundation Bursary
- North West Provincial Government Bursary
- Oasis Bursary
- Old Mutual Investment Group (OMIG) Imfundo Trust Scholarship
- Pretune SIM Card Bursary
- PPS Bursary
- Sasol Bursary
- Standard Bank CSI Bursary
- Standard Bank 150 Bursaries
- Toyota South Africa Motors Bursary
- Trudon Bursary
- Upstream Training Trust Bursary
- Volkswagen Community Trust Bursary
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MATERIALS SCIENCE BURSARIES FOR 2023 – 2024
Materials Scientists are responsible for researching, studying and analysing the chemical properties and structures of composite, natural and man-made materials such as rubber, glass, metals, ceramics, polymers, alloys and semiconductors.
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MICROBIOLOGY BURSARIES FOR 2023 – 2024
Microbiologists study microbes or microorganisms to determine how they affect the lives of humans and how to best exploit them. Microbiologists focus on the biology of microorganisms at the cellular and molecular level, as well as their ecology, bacteria, viruses, fungi, archaea, algae and protozoa.
Microbiologist earns around R174 000 per annum on average.
- Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality Bursary
- Citrus Academy Bursary
- Department of Environmental Affairs Bursary
- FoodBev SETA Bursary
- HORTGRO Bursary
- PPS Bursary
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NATURAL SCIENCE BURSARIES FOR 2023 – 2024
Natural sciences managers are responsible for directing research and development projects – they supervise the work of biologists, chemists and physicists. Natural sciences managers coordinate production, testing and quality control, as well as directing activities relating to research and development.
- Department of Environmental Affairs Bursary
- Environmental Resources Management (ERM) Bursary
- Starke Ayres Bursary
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PHYSICS BURSARIES FOR 2023 – 2024
Physicists study tiny atomic particles to the Universe as a whole and everything in between. They observe natural phenomena and make use of mathematics to create theories to explain why natural phenomena occur.
The average salary for a Physicist is about R355 000 per annum.
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SOIL SCIENCE BURSARIES FOR 2023 – 2024
Soil scientists evaluate and interpret the soil and soil-related data to understand soil resources as they that affect the quality of the environment and are managed to protect the health of humans and the environment.
- Citrus Academy Bursary
- Department of Agriculture, Forestry | Fisheries Bursary
- Department of Environmental Affairs Bursary
- HORTGRO Bursary
- Maize Trust Bursary
- Starke Ayres Bursary
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STATISTICS | STATISTICAL SCIENCE BURSARIES FOR 2023 – 2024
Statisticians are responsible for collecting, processing and analysing quantitative data to make informed decisions. Statisticians produce reliable data, analysing the data to form a clear meaning and thereafter compiling practical conclusions from the data.
The average annual salary for a statistician is around R300 000.
- ABSA Bank Bursary
- Armscor Bursary
- Bushbuckridge Local Municipality Bursary
- Capitec Bank Bursary
- Coronation Fund Managers Bursary Programme
- Dept of Economic Development, Environmental Affairs and Tourism (EC) Bursary
- Department of Tourism Bursary
- FNB Fund Bursary
- ISFAP Bursary
- Mpumalanga Provincial Government Bursary
- Oasis Bursary
- PPS Bursary
- Standard Bank CSI Bursary
- Toyota South Africa Motors Bursary
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TECHNOLOGY BURSARIES FOR 2023 – 2024
Technicians work with complex systems and perform highly mechanical/ technical/ diagnostic tests.
The average annual salary of a technician differs according to the branch, here are a few salaries of different technician jobs:
Support Technician (Information Technology): R121 000 per annum.
Field Service Technician: R169 000 per annum.
Electronics Technician: R171 000 per annum.
Maintenance Technician: R178 000 per annum.
Electrical Technician: R202 000 per annum.
Engineering Technician: R218 000 per annum.
Mechanical Technician: R239 000 per annum.
- CHIETA Bursary
- Globeleq Scholarship
- MTN Bursary
- Nampak Tissue Bursary
- NEET (National Economic Education Trust) Bursary
- North West Provincial Government Bursary
- Old Mutual Investment Group (OMIG) Imfundo Trust Scholarship
- Sasol Bursary
- Standard Bank 150 Bursaries
- The Paul Mthimunye Bursary Fund
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VETERINARY SCIENCE | RELATED STUDIES BURSARIES FOR 2023 – 2024
Veterinarians are experts who diagnose, prevent and treat numerous diseases and illnesses in a variety of animals. Veterinarians undertake tests, observe conditions and perform surgery on animals, they also prescribe medicine and therapy.
The average salary for a Veterinarian is around R464 000 per annum.
- AgriSETA Bursary
- Department of Agriculture, Forestry | Fisheries Bursary
- Department of Rural Development and Agrarian Reform (DRDAR) Bursary
- IDB Education Trust Bursary Loan
- Mpumalanga Provincial Government Bursary
- PPS Bursary
- South African Veterinary Foundation Bursary
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WATER, WASTE | SANITATION BURSARIES FOR 2023 – 2024
-Water treatment plant operators are responsible for tasks such as adding chemicals to water, regularly inspecting equipment and monitoring the operating conditions.
-Waste management officers are responsible for organising and managing waste disposal, as well as collecting and recycling items.
-Sanitation workers are those who clean or hygienically dispose of waste. They may also collect trash or work in wastewater treatment plants.
- Alfred Nzo District Municipality Bursary
- Cape Agulhas Municipality Bursary
- Department of Water | Sanitation Bursary
- Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality Bursary
- HORTGRO Bursary
- Magalies Water Bursary
- Mpumalanga Provincial Government Bursary
- Rand Water Bursary
- Vhembe District Municipality Mayoral Bursary
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WEATHER | CLIMATE RELATED BURSARIES FOR 2023 – 2024
Meteorologists are responsible for predicting the weather and studying the causes of certain weather conditions. Meteorologists make use of mathematical and computerised models to forecasts climate and weather patterns.
Climatologists study the Earth’s climate by collecting and analysing data from various sources such as air, soil, ice cores, water and plant life – this allows them to find weather patterns and determine how these patterns affect the earth and its beings.
Metrologist earns an average annual salary of R270 000.
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ZOOLOGY, ENTOMOLOGY | NEMATOLOGY BURSARIES FOR 2023 – 2024
-Zoologists study wildlife and how they interact with their ecosystem. Zoologists study animal behaviour, animal physical characteristics and the impact of humans on wildlife and natural habitats.
-Entomologists study the life cycle, classification, behaviour, distribution, ecology, population and physiology of insects.
– Nematologists study nematodes or roundworms. These scientific experts usually research nematodes in their environment, collect samples and then take it to the laboratory for testing.
- AECI Limited Bursary
- Citrus Academy Bursary
- Department of Environmental Affairs Bursary
- Digby Wells Environmental Bursary
- HORTGRO Bursary
- Limpopo Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism (LEDET) Bursary
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