The Department of Water and Sanitation has made available comprehensive bursaries for the 2024 academic year to grade 12 learners who plan to pursue studies in the water and sanitation field.

The bursary application which will open for a period of five months, from 01 July to 30 November 2023, targets learners with outstanding academic performance, financial need and the relevant skills set in the sector.

“Our bursaries are comprehensive. They cover full tuition fees, accommodation and food as per university guidance, books and stationery allowance and a monthly stipend,” said the department’s spokesperson, Wisane Mavasa.

Through the bursaries offered to students, the department then provides employment contracts during which the bursars get relevant workplace exposure and additional training until they are ready to register as professionals with their relevant professional bodies.

For the 2024 academic year, the department will consider applications only for 1st year students studying towards the following qualifications:

BSc/BEng in Civil; Mechanical and Electrical

BSc in Hydrology; Geohydrology; Environmental Management; Project Management, Environmental Sciences,

Environmental and Water Sciences

BSc (Hons) in Hydrology; Geohydrology; Environmental Management; Project Management, Environmental Sciences,

Environmental and Water Sciences

National Diploma/BEng Tech in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering; Electrical Engineering (Heavy Current).

Water Care, and Environmental Management

Bursary application forms can be sent by email to bursaries@dws.gov.za(link sends e-mail). For more information, students are encouraged to visit the department’s website and official social media pages.

The bursary programme targets previously disadvantaged and impoverished persons from poverty-stricken and rural communities. Students with disabilities are also encouraged to apply.

Source: Government of South Africa