South African Table Grape Industry (SATI) Bursary 2027

The South African Table Grape Industry (SATI) offers bursary funding to students who want to pursue careers in the table grape industry and its value chain. The programme supports qualifying students studying at registered tertiary institutions in South Africa, with funding that may cover selected study-related expenses.

Students interested in agriculture, viticulture, horticulture, and other fields connected to the table grape industry are encouraged to review the eligibility criteria and prepare the required supporting documents.

Important: The official SATI bursary webpage describes its annual bursary programme, but a specific 2027 application deadline is not stated on the page. Applicants should check the official website for the latest application information.

About the SATI Bursary

The South African Table Grape Industry represents table grape producers and supports the development, transformation, training, research, and sustainability of the industry.

Through its bursary programme, SATI aims to support students who demonstrate an interest in building careers in the table grape industry or related areas of its value chain.

Funding may be awarded as a full or partial bursary, depending on the applicable funding arrangements and available budget.

Who Can Apply for the SATI Bursary?

According to the official SATI bursary criteria, applicants should meet the following requirements:

• Be pursuing a career in the table grape industry or its value chain.

• Be studying full-time or part-time at a registered tertiary academic institution in South Africa.

• Have an acceptance letter for their qualification from a registered tertiary institution in South Africa.

• Have average academic results of at least a D.

• Meet the relevant requirements for their level and field of study.

Preference is given to South African students and applicants entering their second year of study or above. First-year students are not excluded from consideration.

Postgraduate applicants are assessed according to SATI’s scientific research needs. Applicants should provide sufficient details about their research project and supervisor. Preference may be given to students participating in industry-related research projects.

What Does the SATI Bursary Cover?

Depending on the funding awarded, the bursary may contribute towards:

• Study fees.

• Accommodation.

• Living expenses.

The exact funding provided will depend on the applicant’s award and SATI’s available budget. Applicants should not assume that every expense will automatically be covered.

Required Documents

Applicants should prepare the following supporting documents:

• A fully completed online SATI bursary application form.

• A certified copy of their identity document.

• Proof of their highest qualification or qualifications.

• Their latest academic results.

• Proof of preliminary acceptance or acceptance at an accredited tertiary institution.

Postgraduate applicants must also provide a research proposal and evidence of acceptance of the proposal by the relevant researchers.

Important: SATI states that incomplete applications may be disqualified and that only applications completed on its website will be considered.

How to Apply for the SATI Bursary

To review the eligibility requirements and access the application form:

1. Visit the official SATI bursary webpage: https://www.satgi.co.za/transformation-training/bursaries/

2. Read the current application criteria and guidelines carefully.

3. Select the application form linked on the official webpage.

4. Complete the online application and submit all required supporting documents.

5. Check the official website for the applicable application period and any updates for 2027.

Important Conditions

Applicants should be aware that:

• Funding depends on the available budget and approval by the SATI CEO.

• Successful applicants must sign a bursary agreement.

• Funding is reviewed annually according to academic performance.

• Funded students are expected to make satisfactory academic progress and submit academic progress reports every quarter.

• Applicants who have not received feedback by mid-January should consider their applications unsuccessful, according to SATI’s published terms.

SATI Bursary 2027: Closing Date

Closing date: Not specified on the official bursary webpage.

Students planning to apply for 2027 should visit SATI’s official bursary page and confirm whether applications for the relevant academic year are open before submitting their documents.

Official Application Website

Apply or check for updates: https://www.satgi.co.za/transformation-training/bursaries/

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