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Hortgro: Bursaries 2025

Hortgro invites South African students to apply for Bursary Programme 2025 academic year.

Bursary Application Closing Date: 15 August 2024

The Hortgro Bursary Programme for the 2025 academic year is now open for applications. The bursaries are aimed at students pursuing studies in various agricultural fields, including Agri-Management, Agricultural Biotechnology, Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Science, Entomology, Horticulture, Marketing Specialist, Microbiology, Plant Pathology, Project Management, and Soil and Water Science.

Eligibility Requirements:

  • South African citizen
  • Completed Matric or currently in Matric
  • Studying or intending to study within one of the specified fields in 2025
  • Enrolled or registered at a recognized South African tertiary institution
  • Meeting the admission requirements for the chosen course

How to apply

Supporting Documentation:

Shortlisted applicants may need to provide certified copies of:

  • ID document or both sides of ID card
  • Matric certificate or latest Matric results
  • Latest tertiary academic record
  • Proof of tertiary registration
  • Estimated breakdown of study fees
  • Parents/guardians ID documents and proof of income
  • Proof of any other financial assistance
  • An essay detailing personal information, career plans, future role in agriculture, and reasons for deserving the bursary
  • 2 contactable references

Bursary Expectations:

  • Quarterly updates to Hortgro on studies and well-being
  • Submission of semester results
  • Maintenance of good behavior
  • Attendance at Hortgro functions

Renewal and Selection:

  • The bursary is renewable annually based on academic performance.
  • Access to a mentor for motivation and support.
  • Final selection by a committee.

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