The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) 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, open from July 1 to November 30, targets learners with outstanding academic performance, financial need and the relevant skill set in the sector.
The DWS spokesperson, Wisane Mavasa, said the bursaries were comprehensive and covered tuition fees, accommodation and food as per university guidance.
They will also receive books, a stationery allowance and a monthly stipend.
“Through the bursaries offered to students, the department then provides employment contracts during which the bursars get workplace exposure and additional training until they are ready to register as professionals with their relevant professional bodies,” said Mavasa.
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For the 2024 academic year, the DWS will only consider applications for first-year students studying toward the following qualifications:
• BSc/BEng in civil, mechanical and electrical
• BSc in hydrology, geohydrology, environmental management, project management, and environmental sciences
• Environmental and water sciences
• BSc (Hons) in hydrology, geohydrology, environmental management, project management, and environmental sciences
• National diploma/BEng Tech in civil engineering or mechanical engineering, electrical engineering (heavy current)
• Water care, and environmental management.
Bursary application forms are available at https://www.dws.gov.za/LearningA/BursaryC.aspx
Email the application to bursaries@dws.gov.za
Students can visit the DWS website and official social media pages for more information.
The programme targets previously disadvantaged and impoverished persons from poverty-stricken and rural communities. Students with disabilities are also encouraged to apply.
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