**AGRICULTURE, LAND REFORM AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT BURSARY AWARDS FOR 2025**
The Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development (DALRRD) is proud to announce comprehensive bursary awards for the 2025 academic year. These bursaries are aimed at empowering deserving individuals from previously disadvantaged and impoverished backgrounds in poverty-stricken rural communities. If you are passionate about contributing to the agriculture, land reform, and rural development sectors, this opportunity is for you.
**Benefits:**
- **Coverage:** The bursary covers tuition fees, accommodation, books, meals, and provides a monthly allowance.
- **Inclusivity:** Persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
**Minimum Requirements:**
- **Education:** National Senior Certificate with specific subject requirements as detailed below:
- Mathematics and Physical Science: Level 6 (70-79) or Level 5 (60-69) or Level 4 (50-59).
- Mathematics and Physical Science/Geography: Level 5 (60-69) or Level 4 (50-59).
- Mathematics and Physical Science: Level 4 (50-59).
**Fields of Study:**
- BSc Eng. Agricultural (Bioresource) Engineering
- Bachelor of Veterinary Science (BVSC)
- BSc Agric. Entomology
- BSc Agric. Food Science
- BSc Agric. Pasture Science
- BSc Agric. Plant Pathology
- BSc Agric. Soil Science
- BSc Agric. Agronomy
- BSc Agric. Viticulture and Oenology
- BAS Food Science and Technology
- Diploma in Food Technology
- B.Sc. Land Surveying/Geomatics
- B.Sc. Town Urban and Regional Planning
- B.Sc. Geo-informatics/Geographic Information Science
- National Diploma/B Degree in Geomatics/Land Surveying/GIS
- National Diploma/B Degree in Town/Urban and Regional Planning
**Postgraduate Studies:**
- Advanced Diploma/B. Tech
- B.Sc. Hons
- M.Sc.
- D.Tech
- Ph.D. in DALRRD priority research projects
**Application Process:**
- **Deadline:** Closing date for all applications is 30 September 2024.
- **Forms:** Download and complete the application form from our website: [www.dalrrd.gov.za](http://www.dalrrd.gov.za) (click on vacancies).
- **Submission:** Submit completed forms, certified copies of ID, and relevant certificates/performance results to [Externalbursaries@daid.gov.za](Externalbursaries@daid.gov.za).
**Contact Information:**
For further enquiries, please contact:
- Mr. Tshianeo Khangala: Tel - 012 319 7015
- Mr. Vusimuzi Mngomezulu: Tel - 012 319 7923
- Ms. Nozipho Mtshali: Cell - 082 775 0500, Tel - 012 325 8050
- Mr. Emmanuel Molefe: Cell - 082 827 6245, Tel - 012 326 8050
**Important Notes:**
- Applicants must be South African citizens.
- Applications without university acceptance letters or results will be accepted while awaiting these documents.
- The selection process will notify successful applicants within 14 days after the release of Grade 12 results and the finalization by the National Bursary Committee.
- Late applications will not be considered.
- DALRRD reserves the right to determine the number of bursaries allocated based on available budget.
Embark on your journey towards a rewarding career in agriculture, land reform, and rural development with DALRRD's bursary awards for 2025!
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