Soil Science Society of South Africa Bursary 2025
ABOUT THE BURSARY PROVIDER – SOIL SCIENCE SOCIETY
The Soil Science Society of South Africa (SSSSA) serves as a professional organization dedicated to advancing soil science and soil technology, while promoting their responsible application. It offers a collaborative space for South African soil scientists to exchange research, publications, resources, and valuable insights in the field.
ABOUT THE SOIL SCIENCE SOCIETY BURSARY PROGRAMME – FIELDS COVERED
The Soil Science Society of South Africa is inviting students to apply for their bursary programme for the 2025 academic year.
Bursaries will be awarded for studies within the Soil Science field, including the following:
- Soil Biology
- Soil Chemistry
- Soil Fertility
- Soil Genesis, Classification and Mapping
- Soil Mineralogy
- Soil Physics
- Soil Technology
ABOUT THE SOIL SCIENCE SOCIETY BURSARY PROGRAMME – EXPENSES COVERED & SELECTION
The bursary will be awarded to 1 student, to the value of R30 000.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE SOIL SCIENCE SOCIETY 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 be studying full-time towards a Soil Science-related field of study
- You must be entering your final year of undergraduate study or postgraduate study
- You must be studying at a recognised University in South Africa
HOW TO APPLY FOR THE SOIL SCIENCE SOCIETY BURSARY
Download and complete the Soil Science Society Bursary Application Form 2025 (.pdf)
Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your completed application form (the submission of these documents is compulsory – if any items are missing, your application may be disqualified):
- ID document/ proof of permanent residence in SA
- Academic record for the previous year of study
- Confirmation letter from University stating you will be entering final year/ postgraduate studies in Soil Science in 2025 (on university letterhead)
- Proof of university registration for 2025 (on university letterhead)
- Motivational letter to support your application (read our tips on how to write a motivational letter for your bursary application)
- Letter of reference from study leader/ head of department
Applications must be submitted via email to: admin@soils.org.za
(Insert the words “Soil Science Bursary 2025” in the email subject line).
CLOSING DATE FOR THE SOIL SCIENCE SOCIETY BURSARY
31 October 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 Soil Science Society of South Africa directly:
Contact page: https://soils.org.za/contact-us
Please do NOT contact the Soil Science Society of South Africa if this bursary has already closed.