South African Nursery Association Bursary 2023
South African Nursery Association (SANA) Bursary 2023
South Africa’s nursery association is now accepting applications for its bursary program for the academic year 2023/2024. The objective of the program is to provide financial assistance to students who are interested in pursuing careers in nursing and related industries.
The bursary will not cover the remaining fees for the previous academic year. In addition, the funds will not cover travel, accommodations, registration fees, and other expenses.
BTech, Masters, and PhD students are eligible to apply for the bursary. The decisions on these applications will be made on a case-by-case basis.
The Bursary is deposited directly into the institution’s bank account. It is only valid for study fees.
Before a student can receive a grant, they must first be registered with the university.
Students who are currently studying at a tertiary institution are only allowed to apply for the Student Membership of SANA. The one-year membership is only valid for that academic year. If you wish to continue as a SANA student, please apply for the renewal every year.
SANA Student Membership Benefits:
- Free membership allows you to receive regular communication from the SANA.
- It also includes access to the association’s electronic newsletters, which are designed to keep you up to date with the latest news and events in the industry.
- You can additionally be invited to attend the association’s trade fairs, which are held in KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng each year.
Requirements and Eligibility for the SANA Bursary
– A South African citizen who is studying towards a qualification in horticulture or landscaping must complete all of their first year’s modules.
– They should have at least 60% average in each subject.
– Those studying for Ph.D. degrees, Master’s degrees, or higher Diplomas in this field must be members of SANA.
How to Apply and Application Details
Download and complete the bursary application forms:
Submit the copies of the following document together with the application forms included above:
- A certified copy of your ID.
- A photograph of yourself (portrait photograph, student card photo or selfie.)
- Academic record
- Institution’s banking details
- Proof of tertiary registration for 2023 (on institutions letterhead)
- A Completed SANA Student Membership Application Form 2023.doc (If you’re not a member of SANA)
- Complete SANA Bursary Checklist 2023.doc
- Write a motivational letter – minimum 150 words, must answer the following questions
– How do you see your career in the green industry developing?
– Have you done any community volunteer work?
– If so, where and for how long and what was your experience of it?
– Have you been involved in the horticultural industry? If so, were you a volunteer or employed and what were the main lessons learned through that experience?
– Have you visited any nurseries? If so, where and what would you say was the most impressionable?
– What is the distance to your nearest nursery and what is it called?
NB: By not giving a comprehensive motivation your application may not be considered.
Applications must be submitted in one of the following ways:
– Email: wendy@sana.co.za Or,
– Fax at: 086 580 9793
(Applications must state “SANA Bursary Application – Your Full Name” in the email subject line)
Closing Date Of The SANA Bursary
31 March 2023
Contact Details Of The Bursary
For more information, please contact Wendy Appel, Bursary Administrator on: wendy@sana.co.za
Please do not send any questions after the closing date. View our other bursaries open for application here: Bursary Alerts RSA
About South African Nursery Association
The SANA was established in 1947 to represent the Green Industry in South Africa. It aims to promote the country’s national and regional nursery issues. It also represents various industry associations. Some of these include the ABSTA, BPGA, and the GCA.
The ABSTA is a group of companies that provide various planting utilities, such as fertilizers, pots, seeds, ceramics, pesticides, water features, and more. BPGA, on the other hand, is an organization that promotes the bedding plant industry through its trademark “Flowering Favors.” This is the group’s marketing strategy.
The GCA is composed of companies and individuals that sell and distribute plant and related products in various areas, such as Cape Town, Johannesburg, Tshwane, and Central. The growers association was established to provide its members with the necessary resources and professional services to grow their businesses.