Western Cape Department of Agriculture invites South African student to apply for Bursary Programme 2025 academic year.
Bursary Application Closing Date: 31 December 2024
Scholarship Programme for High School Students
Designed for learners in:
- Grade 8-12 at Agricultural Schools
- Grade 10-12 in Mainstream Schools
Eligibility Requirements:
- Be a South African citizen residing in the Western Cape.
- Be studying Mathematics and Physical Science as subjects.
- Demonstrate financial need, particularly from previously disadvantaged or impoverished backgrounds.
- Students with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Bursary Programme for Undergraduate Studies
Fields of study supported include:
- BSc Degrees: Agric Agronomy, Agricultural Economics, Animal Science, Food Science, Horticultural Science, Mechatronics Engineering, Veterinary Science, Viticulture and Oenology, and more.
- National Diplomas: Agriculture, Farming Management.
- Other related fields like Econometrics and Production Economics.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Be a South African citizen residing in the Western Cape.
- Completed schooling in the Western Cape.
- Achieved the following academic levels:
- Level 5 (60-69%) for Mathematics and Physical Science for Engineering, Veterinary Science, and Economics fields.
- Level 4 (50-59%) for Mathematics and Physical Science for other fields.
- Enrolled or provisionally accepted for full-time undergraduate studies at a recognised South African institution.
- Be from a disadvantaged, impoverished, or rural community.
- Students with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Benefits of the WCDOA Bursary and Scholarship
The bursary and scholarship will provide full or partial funding for:
- Tuition fees
- Accommodation
- Books
- Meals
- School uniforms (for scholarships)
- An allowance (where applicable)
How to apply
High school students: WCDOA Scholarship Application Form 2025 (.pdf)
Undergraduate students: WCDOA Bursary Application Form 2025 (.pdf)
Submit the following documents:
- Certified ID copy.
- Latest school report.
- Recommendation letter from your school.
- Acceptance letter to an Agricultural School (if applicable).
- Estimate of school fees, accommodation, meals, and materials.
- Parents or guardians’ certified ID copies.
- Proof of household income (payslips, UIF proof, affidavit, or social grant documentation).
Bursary Application (Undergraduate Students):
Download and complete the [WCDOA Bursary Application Form 2025 (.pdf)].
Submit the following documents:
- Certified ID copy.
- Matric certificate or latest results.
- Academic record (if currently studying).
- Proof of university acceptance (if available).
- Estimated costs for tuition, accommodation, meals, and materials.
- Parents or guardians’ certified ID copies.
- Proof of household income (payslips, UIF proof, affidavit, or social grant documentation).
Submission Details
Email your completed application form and supporting documents to EDI@westerncape.gov.za.
Use the subject line: “WCDOA Bursary 2025”
Closing Date
31 December 2024
Late applications will not be considered.