Department of Water and Sanitation offers bursaries

THE Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) is calling on young and innovative minds eager to pursue careers in the sector to apply for study bursaries in 2022.

The opportunity is open to Grade 12 pupils or students who have been accepted at mainstream institutions of higher learning for water-related qualifications.

Applications opened on 1 June and will close on 31 October.

Bursaries will be allocated based on a balance of outstanding academic performance and financial needs, as well as relevant skill sets for the water and sanitation sector.

‘Our bursaries are comprehensive. They cover full tuition fees, accommodation and food as per university guidance, books and stationery allowances, and a monthly stipend,’ said DWS spokesperson, Sputnik Ratau.

‘They mainly target previously disadvantaged persons from poverty-stricken and rural communities. We also encourage students with disabilities to make use of this opportunity.’

Through the bursary, students will gain relevant workplace exposure and additional training until they are ready to register as professionals with their relevant professional bodies.

The department will consider applications for first and second year of study for the following qualifications:
* BSc/BEng in civil, mechanical and electrical engineering
* BSc (Hons) in civil, mechanical and electrical engineering
* BSc and BSc (Hons) in hydrology, geohydrology, environmental management, project management, environmental sciences and environmental and water sciences
* National Diploma/BEng Tech in civil engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering (heavy current), and National Diploma in water care and environmental management and biochemistry.

Application forms can be accessed on the DWS website and submitted by email to bursaries@dws.gov.za

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