South African Society of Crop Production (SASCP) Bursary 2024
ABOUT THE BURSARY PROVIDER – SASCP
The South African Society of Crop Production (SASCP) was established in 1971 in Pretoria, South Africa by 5 founding members – DF Retief; SA Hulme; E Strydom; PJ Möhr and PC Nel. The science-based company is a leader in the field of crop science, whose aim it is to encourage research, training and technology transfer.
The organisation shows great commitment to encouraging the public understanding of soil management, environmental management and crop management in order to benefit our society and ensure long term sustainability. Many of SASCP’s members are greatly involved in research of oil, maize, small grains and protein seed.
ABOUT THE SASCP BURSARY PROGRAMME – FIELDS COVERED
The South African Society of Crop Production (SASCP) is inviting students to apply for their bursary programme, for the 2024 academic year.
- View our other Crop and crop-related Bursaries and Scholarships here.
- View our other Postgraduate Bursaries and Scholarships here.
- View our other Bursaries and Scholarships OPEN for application here.
ABOUT THE SASCP BURSARY PROGRAMME – VALUE
SASCP will award 6 bursaries, to the following value:
- 3 x Undergraduate bursaries, valued at R10 000 each
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE SASCP 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 a South African citizen or a permanent resident in South Africa
- You must have completed Matric
- You must be studying towards a full time Undergraduate or Postgraduate degree, in an area of study relating to Crop Production (Crop Science or Agronomy)
- You must have completed your 1st year of study, if applying for undergraduate funding
- You must be studying at a recognised University in South Africa
HOW TO APPLY FOR THE SASCP BURSARY
Download and complete the SASCP Bursary Application Form 2024 (.pdf)
Submit clear copies of the below listed supporting documentation with your completed application form (the submission of these documents is compulsory – if any items are missing, your application may be disqualified):
- ID document (certified copy)
- 2023 academic year full academic record
- Proof of tertiary registration for 2024 academic year
- Reference letters from study leader/ Dean of the faculty
- Motivational letter to support your application (read our tips on how to write a motivational letter for your bursary application)
Applications must be submitted electronically via email to: sascp.secretariat@gmail.com or
lisa.smorenburg@westerncape.gov.za
(Insert the words “SASCP Bursary 2024” in the email subject line).
CLOSING DATE FOR THE SASCP BURSARY
15 March 2024.
(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 bursary programme, please contact the SASCP directly:
Contact Person: Lisa Smorenburg
Email: lisa.smorenburg@westerncape.gov.za
This bursary listing was last updated in January 2024.