Full bursaries available for youth

THE Department of Water and Sanitation has opened its doors to pupils who plan to pursue water and sanitation related qualifications next year.

“Our bursaries are comprehensive. They cover full tuition fees, accommodation and food as per university guidance, books and stationery allowance and a monthly stipend,” department spokesperson, Sputnik Ratau said. The applications close on October 31.

They will be allocated on the basis of a balanced consideration of outstanding academic performance, financial need and the relevant skills set for the water and sanitation sector.

Through the bursaries offered to students, the department, he said, then provides employment contracts during which the bursars get relevant workplace exposure and additional training until they are ready to register as professionals with their relevant professional bodies.

For 2022, the following applications for first and second year students will be considered:

BSc/BEng in Civil; Mechanical and Electrical.

BSc (Hons) in Civil; Mechanical and Electrical.

BSc in Hydrology; Geohydrology; Environmental Management; Project Management, Environmental Sciences, Environmental and Water Sciences.

BSc (Hons) in Hydrology; Geohydrology; Environmental Management; Project Management, Environmental Sciences, Environmental and Water Sciences.

National Diploma/BEng Tech in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering; Electrical Engineering (Heavy Current); National Diploma in Water Care and Environmental Management and Biochemistry.

The bursary application forms can be sent by email to bursaries@dws. gov.za.

Students can visit the Department’s website and social media pages.