2025 Department of Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment (DFFE) Bursary

Overview/Details

The Department of Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment is offering bursaries for full-time students in the 2025 academic year. These bursaries provide financial assistance to students pursuing qualifications in a variety of environmentally focused fields. The initiative aims to support studies in areas such as biodiversity and conservation, chemicals and waste management, climate change and air quality management, environmental programs, forestry management, fisheries management, regulatory compliance, and oceans and coasts.

The bursaries are intended to foster skills development and address critical needs within South Africa’s environmental sectors. Through this program, the Department seeks to encourage the participation of students in key areas related to environmental sustainability, conservation, and the management of natural resources.

The bursary offers financial support, up to a maximum of R50,000.00, for students studying these relevant disciplines. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to contribute to the country’s environmental goals through their chosen fields of study.

How to apply

To apply for the Department of Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment bursary, applicants must follow these steps:

  1. Complete the Application Form: Applicants need to fill out the prescribed bursary application form.
  2. Prepare Supporting Documents: The following documents must accompany the application:
    • A motivation letter explaining why the bursary should be awarded.
    • Certified copies of qualifications and recent academic records.
    • Certified copies of the applicant’s ID as well as those of both parents or guardian.
    • Proof of registration (if already enrolled in a higher education institution).
    • Latest Grade 12 results (if currently in high school).
    • Proof of parents’ or guardian’s income.
    • Proof if parents are deceased.
    • Affidavit if parents are not working.
  3. Submit the Application:
    • By post: Attention: Learning and Development (Bursary Section)
      The Director-General, Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment
      Private Bag X447
      Pretoria
      0001
    • Hand delivery:
      • Pretoria Office:
        Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment
        Environment House
        473 Steve Biko Street
        Cnr Steve Biko and Soutpansberg Road
        Arcadia, Pretoria
      • Cape Town Office:
        Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment
        Foretrust Building
        No. 3 Hammerschlag Way
        Foreshore, Cape Town
        8000

Note: Faxed or emailed applications will not be accepted. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Requirements

  1. South African Citizenship: Applicants must be South African citizens.
  2. Academic Requirement: The minimum qualification is a Grade 12 (matric) certificate.
  3. Full-time Study: The bursary is available only to full-time students who are either currently enrolled in a higher education institution or are completing Grade 12.
  4. Previously Disadvantaged and Disabled Applicants: Preference will be given to previously disadvantaged individuals and persons with disabilities.
  5. Public Service Internship: Students who have previously participated in the public service internship program are not eligible to apply.
  6. Application Form: Applicants must complete the prescribed bursary application form.
  7. Reference Number: The reference number and field of study must be clearly indicated on the application form.
  8. Required Documentation:
    • A motivation letter explaining why the bursary should be awarded.
    • Certified copies of academic qualifications and recent academic records.
    • Certified copies of the applicant’s ID, as well as that of both parents or guardian.
    • Proof of registration if already enrolled at a higher education institution.
    • Latest Grade 12 results if still in high school.
    • Proof of parents’ or guardian’s income.
    • Proof of death if parents are deceased.
    • Affidavit if parents are not working.
  9. Application Submission: No faxed or emailed applications will be accepted; only hand-delivered or posted applications are allowed.
  10. Incomplete Applications: Applications that are incomplete or do not meet the requirements will not be considered.

Only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted by the end of January 2025. If applicants have not been contacted by that time, they should consider their application unsuccessful. Successful applicants will be required to sign a bursary contract.

Location

South Africa

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