Southern African Weed Science Society (SAWSS) Bursary 2022 – 2023

 

ABOUT THE BURSARY PROVIDER – SAWSS

The Southern African Weed Science Society (SAWSS) was formed in 1978 as a professional society for managers and scientists in the weed science field and closely related fields.

The mission of the SAWSS is to increase weed science studies in Southern Africa, to control weeds that damage crop production and are detrimental to natural resources. The SAWSS are constantly seeking ways to eliminate weeds in the most efficient, economical and environmentally friendly way possible.

The SAWSS bursary is for students who have completed an undergraduate degree and are going on to study within the weed science field.
 

ABOUT THE SAWSS BURSARY PROGRAMME – FIELDS COVERED

The Southern African Weed Science Society (SAWSS) is inviting students to apply for their bursary programme, for the 2023 academic year.

Bursaries will be awarded for postgraduate degree studies, in the broad field of Weed Science.

www.zabursaries.co.za is committed to keeping you up to date with the latest bursary opportunities, and this article covers all details about the SAWSS bursary.
 

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MORE ABOUT THE SAWSS BURSARY PROGRAMME – COVERAGE VALUE & SELECTION

Each year, 2 bursaries are awarded each year to the value of R25 000 each, per student.

Applications will be reviewed and evaluated by the SAWSS executive committee, before a final decision is made. The SAWSS reserves the right not to award bursaries.

Successful candidates will be required to submit proof of university registration before the bursary award is paid. They will also be required to submit official results at the end of the study year.
 

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE SAWSS BURSARY

Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying (please note that failure to satisfy all the requirements will lead to your application not being considered):

  • You must be from one of the SADC countries (South Africa, Zimbabwe, Botswana, Namibia, Zambia, Malawi, Lesotho, DRC, Angola, Mozambique, Mauritius, Tanzania, Seychelles and Swaziland),
  • You must be registered to study towards a full-time postgraduate degree in the broad field of weed science (diploma studies will NOT be covered)
  • You must be registered to study at a recognised and accredited university in South Africa
  • You must be a paid-up student member of the SAWSS
  • You must have achieved a minimum average of 60% in your previous study year’s course work, towards your postgraduate degree (if applicable)

 

HOW TO APPLY FOR THE SAWSS BURSARY

Download and complete the SAWSS Bursary Application Form 2023 (.pdf)

Enter “www.zabursaries.co.za” in the field asking how you heard about the SAWSS Bursary.
 

Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your completed application form (the submission of these documents is compulsory – if any items are missing, your application may be disqualified):

 

Applications must be posted to:
The SAWSS Secretary
PO Box 180
ELSENBURG
7607
 

CLOSING DATE FOR THE SAWSS BURSARY

30 September 2022.
(Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted – please apply before the closing date to ensure your application is considered.)
 

CONTACT THE BURSARY PROVIDER

For any queries related to this scholarship programme, please contact the Cape Tercentenary Foundation directly:
Secretary
Tel: 084 500 7717
Email: info@cape300foundation.org.za
 

Please do NOT contact the SAWSS if this bursary has already closed. View our other bursaries open for application here: https://www.zabursaries.co.za/bursary-news/

This bursary listing was last updated in September 2022.

SA Bursaries wishes you the best of luck with your application! Please remember to SHARE this page with anyone you know who may be in need of bursary funding.