The DWS External Bursary Programme offers comprehensive support for previously disadvantaged and financially needy South African students pursuing qualifications in water and sanitation-related fields. The bursary covers full tuition, accommodation, meals, books, and a personal allowance. Upon graduation, bursars are expected to join the Water Learning Academy for a maximum of three years.

Approved Universities Include:
University of Pretoria, UKZN, UCT, UFS, UWC, Stellenbosch, Wits, UJ, UNIVEN, Rhodes, Fort Hare, NWU, Walter Sisulu, Nelson Mandela, TUT, DUT, CPUT, VUT, University of Zululand, University of Mpumalanga, Sol Plaatje University.

Bursary Coverage:

• Full tuition and registration
• Accommodation and meals
• Book allowance
• Personal annual allowance

Bursary Obligations:

• 4-year service contract post-graduation within DWS
• No double funding (e.g., NSFAS and DWS simultaneously)