2027 SAAFoST Undergraduate Bursary

• Must be a South African citizen or permanent resident who has been resident in South Africa for at least 3 years prior to application
• Must be enrolled for full-time undergraduate study for a first degree or diploma in Food Science and Technology at a South African tertiary institution, within the following prescribed periods: Undergraduate Degree up to BSc (Hons) over 4 years, B Degree over 4 years or Higher Diploma, or B Degree over 3 years
• Must have been a member of SAAFoST for at least 12 months preceding the application
• Preference is given to students who excel academically or demonstrate strong potential
• Must provide a written personal statement of no more than one A4 page outlining how education and training in food science and technology will make a positive difference in their life and in the scientific community
• Must provide a reference letter from someone at the tertiary institution who has known the applicant in a learning capacity
• Must provide proof of registration at a tertiary institution for 2027

Required documents

• Completed application form: Download the 2027 SAAFoST Bursary Application Form
• Head and shoulders passport-size photograph
• Certified copy of ID book or RSA passport
• Certified copy of most recent academic results
• Personal statement (Part D of the application form)
• Reference letter (Part D of the application form)
• Proof of registration at a tertiary institution for 2027

Only fully completed applications submitted within the specified date will be considered. Applications from students whose registrations have not been accepted by a university will not be reviewed.