SAAFoST Undergraduate Bursary

The selection of candidates is based on the following criteria:

• Preference will be given to students who excel academically and / or demonstrate potential.
• Applicants must be enrolled for full time undergraduate study for a first degree or diploma in the field of Food Science and Technology at a South African Tertiary Institution, and be in a position to complete his / her chosen study programme within the prescribed period of the relevant South AfricanTertiary institution or following period:
  Undergraduate Degree (up to B.Sc (Hons) – 4 years
  B. Degree – 4 years or Higher Diploma
  B. Degree – 3 years
• Applicants must be South African or permanent resident citizens who have been resident in South Africa for at least 3 years prior to application.
• Applicants must have been a member of SAAFoST for at least 12 months preceding the application.
• Applicants will be required to provide a written personal statement of not more than 1 A4 page outlining how their education and training in the field of food science and technology will make a positive difference in their lives and in the scientific community.
• Applicants will be required to submit a reference that speaks of the applicant’s character. The reference letter will be written by someone at the Tertiary institution who has known the applicant in a learning capacity.
• Applications will be reviewed by the SAAFoST Foundation, whose decision is final and binding.