Bursary Overview:
- Application Closing Date: 20 October 2023
- The bursary is available for South African citizens pursuing studies at the diploma, degree, honours, master’s, or Ph.D. levels.
The Department of Tourism in South Africa is offering a Bursary Programme for the 2024 academic year. This program provides financial support to South African graduates pursuing various fields of study.
About the Department of Tourism:
- Vision: Leading sustainable tourism development for inclusive economic growth in South Africa.
- Mission: To grow an inclusive and sustainable tourism economy through good corporate and cooperative governance, strategic partnerships and collaboration, innovation and knowledge management, and effective stakeholder communication.
2024 Bursaries: Required Study Fields: The Department of Tourism offers bursaries for various fields of study, including but not limited to:
- Coastal and Marine Tourism
- Communication (Graphic Design)
- Contract Management
- Data Science & Analytics
- Construction Project Management
- Economics
- Geographic Information Systems
- Knowledge Management & Information Systems
- Research Methodology
- Risk Management
- Supply Chain Management (Demand Management)
- Systems Analytics
- Customer Service Management
Duration: Successful candidates will sign a bursary contract. The contract will be for the remaining duration of their studies, renewable annually based on academic progress.
Bursary Requirements:
- Bursary applications must be submitted via email or hand-delivered before the closing date.
- Bursaries are available only for full-time studies at accredited institutions in South Africa.
How to Apply: Applicants must follow these steps to apply for the bursary:
- Complete the Bursary Application Form.
- Provide certified copies of certificates, academic transcripts, and an ID document.
- Include proof of registration and proof of the guardian’s income.
- Submit a motivational letter.
Application forms can be obtained from the Department of Tourism’s website or from the department’s reception.
Applications should be addressed to the Director-General and can be submitted in one of the following ways:
- Hand-delivered to Tourism House, 17 Trevenna Street, Sunnyside, 0002.
- Posted to Private Bag X 424, Pretoria, 0001.
- Emailed to one of the provided email addresses with the subject title: “Bursary application: Ms/Mr….”
Make sure to review the specific application instructions and deadlines provided in the official documentation.
