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GAUTENG DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT

BURSARY AWARDS FOR 2020
 
The Gauteng Department of Agriculture and Rural Development will make available a limited number of bursaries to historically disadvantaged South Africans residing in the Gauteng Province and who are considering a career in the Veterinary Science, Agriculture and Environmental Sectors. These professions fall within scarce and critical occupational categories.
 
 
Fields of studies: Bachelor of Veterinary Science
Minimum requirements (National Senior Certificate): Mathematics and Physical Science Level 5 (60-69)

 
Fields of studies: B.Sc. Geo-Informatics or GIS related qualification
Minimum requirements (National Senior Certificate): Mathematics and Physical Science Level 5 (60-69)
 
 
Fields of studies: B.Sc. Environmental Science/Management
Minimum requirements (National Senior Certificate): Mathematics and Physical Science Level 5 (60-69)
 
 
Fields of studies: B.Sc. Food Science
Minimum requirements (National Senior Certificate): Mathematics and Physical Science Level 5 (60-69)
 

Fields of studies: B.Sc. Zoology, Botany or Ecology
Minimum requirements (National Senior Certificate): Mathematics, Chemistry and Physical Science Level 5 (60-69)

 
Fields of studies: Degree/ND: Chemical Engineering or Analytical Chemistry
Minimum requirements (National Senior Certificate): Mathematics, Chemistry and Physical Science Level 5 (60-69)/ Level 4 (50-59)
 
 
Fields of studies: ND: Veterinary Laboratory Technology
Minimum requirements (National Senior Certificate): Mathematics, Chemistry and Physical Science Level 4 (50-59)
 
 
Fields of studies:  ND: Food Technology
Minimum requirements (National Senior Certificate): Mathematics and Physical Science Level 4 (50-59)


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Within the framework of the Scarce Skills Talent Pipeline and External Bursary Policy, the selection of candidates is based on the following criteria:
• Applicants must show proof of admission (provisional admission) to a higher educational institution for any of the above qualifications.
• Have been a permanent resident in the Gauteng Province for at least one-year prior to application. Studying or intending to study full time at a recognised institution of higher learning in Gauteng Province.
• Preference will be given to those who excel academically and/or demonstrate potential.
• Preference will be given to those who are not currently benefiting from any other bursary scheme. Women, people with disabilities and people living in designated rural areas/nodes are encouraged to apply.
• If you do not receive a response from the Department by the end of January 2020, consider your application unsuccessful.
 
Application forms are obtainable at the reception area of: Gauteng Department of
Agriculture and Rural Development, 56 Eloff Street, Umnotho House, Ground Floor or from the website: www.gauteng.gov.za  (Click on the following: Our Organisation, select Department of Agriculture & Rural Development, go to 'Announcement' and download Bursary application form).
 
Applicants are required to forward their applications directly to: Human Resources
Development, Gauteng Department of Agriculture & Rural Development, P.O. Box
8769, Johannesburg, 2000 or above — mentioned physical address.
 
For further enquiries, please contact: Mr. Livhuwani Mutswana (011) 240 2590 or Ms.
Thandiwe Tsutsu (011) 240 2586
 
CLOSING DATE: 8 NOVEMBER 2019