Department of Tourism: Bursaries 2024

This program provides financial support to South African graduates pursuing various fields of study. Bursary Overview:

Application Closing Date: 20 October 2023The bursary is available for South African citizens pursuing studies at the diploma, degree, honours, master’s, or Ph.D. levels.

About the Department of Tourism:

Vision: Leading sustainable tourism development for inclusive economic growth in South Africa.Mission: To grow an inclusive and sustainable tourism economy through good corporate and cooperative governance, strategic partnerships and collaboration, innovation and knowledge management, and effective stakeholder communication.

2024 Bursaries: Required Study Fields: The Department of Tourism offers bursaries for various fields of study, including but not limited to:

Coastal and Marine TourismCommunication (Graphic Design)Contract ManagementData Science & AnalyticsConstruction Project ManagementEconomicsGeographic Information SystemsKnowledge Management & Information SystemsResearch MethodologyRisk ManagementSupply Chain Management (Demand Management)Systems AnalyticsCustomer Service Management

Duration: Successful candidates will sign a bursary contract. The contract will be for the remaining duration of their studies, renewable annually based on academic progress.Bursary Requirements:

Bursary applications must be submitted via email or hand-delivered before the closing date.Bursaries are available only for full-time studies at accredited institutions in South Africa.

How to Apply: Applicants must follow these steps to apply for the bursary:

Complete the Bursary Application Form.Provide certified copies of certificates, academic transcripts, and an ID document.Include proof of registration and proof of the guardian’s income.Submit a motivational letter.

Application forms can be obtained from the Department of Tourism’s website or from the department’s reception.Applications should be addressed to the Director-General and can be submitted in one of the following ways:

Hand-delivered to Tourism House, 17 Trevenna Street, Sunnyside, 0002.Posted to Private Bag X 424, Pretoria, 0001.Emailed to one of the provided email addresses with the subject title: “Bursary application: Ms/Mr….”

Make sure to review the specific application instructions and deadlines provided in the official documentation.