SAAFoST Bursary Application 2025/2026

The SAAFoST Bursary Application for 2025/2026. Find below How to Apply for SAAFoST Bursary 2025/2026.

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About the SAAFoST: The South African Association for Food Science and Technology (SAAFoST) Foundation is the association of food science, technology and other professionals serving South Africa’s food and allied industries. SAAFoST aims at increasing the knowledge base of food science and technology by encouraging scientific research, a membership magazine publication, workshops, seminars, exhibitions, meetings and assisting in educational activities. The company is non-profit and mainly run by volunteers, with around 2000 members across Southern Africa.

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Details of SAAFoST Bursary Application 2025/2026

Field of Study

Food Science and Technology.

SAAFoST Bursary Application Requirements

Matric students:

South African citizen
Have been a resident within South Africa for a minimum of 3 years before applying
Completed Further Education & Training Certificate (FETC) (General) qualification OR the equivalent
Achieved a minimum of level 5 (60-69%) for Physical Science and Mathematics (and Life Science is recommended)
Enrolled to study full time towards a first undergraduate Degree or Diploma within the Food Science and Technology field
Enrolled to study at a recognised tertiary institute in South Africa
Be able to finish your qualification within the specified amount of time (i.e. – Undergraduate Degree up to B.Sc (Hons): a maximum of 4 years, Diploma: a maximum of 4 years, B. Tech Degree: a maximum of 5 years)
*Preference will be given to Matric students with strong academic results or potential

Undergraduate students:

South African citizen OR South African permanent resident
Have been a resident within South Africa for a minimum of 3 years before applying
Have been a SAAFoST member for a minimum of 12 months before applying
Enrolled to study full time towards a first undergraduate Degree or Diploma within the Food Science and Technology field
Enrolled to study at a recognised tertiary institute in South Africa
Be able to finish your qualification within the specified amount of time (i.e. – Undergraduate Degree up to B.Sc (Hons): a maximum of 4 years, B. Degree or Diploma: a maximum of 3 years, B. Degree: a maximum of 3 years)
*Preference will be given to students with strong academic results or potential

SAAFoST Bursary Application Procedures

Matric students:

ID document OR passport (certified copy)
Passport-sized photo (head & shoulders)
Grade 11 final results (certified copy)
Matric latest results (certified copy)
Personal Statement (outlining the following: how your education and training within the food science and technology sector will make a positive impact in the scientific community and in your own life: max 1 A4 page)
Reference Letter (written by someone who has known you in a learning capacity for a minimum of 3 years)
National Benchmarking Test or Potential Test results from your selected tertiary institute

Undergraduate students:

ID document OR passport (certified copy)
Passport-sized photo (head & shoulders)
Latest tertiary academic results (details on the application form)
Personal Statement (outlining the following: how your education and training within the food science and technology sector will make a positive impact in the scientific community and in your own life: max 1 A4 page)
Reference Letter (written by someone who has known you in a learning capacity for a minimum of 3 years)
Proof of registration for 2025 at your tertiary institute

Closing Date: 2 November

Contact SAAFoST for more details about the Bursary and also check your status.

Please contact SAAFoST directly:

Tel: 071 870 2633

Email: irene@saafost.org.za

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