For my South African students passionate about English language and literature, the Babette Taute Scholarship Program offers an impressive amount of financial support.
Established in honor of the late Mrs. Babette Taute after she passed away in 1992, this prestigious scholarship empowers deserving students to pursue their Honours degrees in various branches of English studies.
About the Babette Taute Scholarship
The Babette Taute Trust was established in Mrs. Taute’s name and awards scholarships to South African citizens or permanent residents enrolled in full-time Honours programs at recognized universities.
These scholarships are normally valued at R75,000 each and they help turn lives around for many young students majoring in the field of English.
Application Form for the Babette Taute Scholarship
Please note that the application deadline for the 2024 academic year has passed.
However, I encourage you to bookmark this page and check back in July 2024 for the next application window.
During the application period, you can access the official application form through various channels:
- The Babette Taute Trust website: (contact information will be available closer to the opening date).
- Your university’s Department of English or Financial Aid Office
Ensure you submit all required documents with your application, including:
- Completed application form
- Certified academic transcripts
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) highlighting relevant achievements and experiences
- A 500-word essay outlining your academic goals, financial need, and motivations for pursuing an Honours degree in English
- Two confidential academic references from lecturers or professors familiar with your academic work
Submit your complete application package online to any of these two email addresses: [email protected] AND [email protected].
Remember to follow the submission guidelines carefully and submit your application before the deadline.
The Babette Taute Scholarship Requirements
The scholarship providers expect all applicants to be qualified. To be eligible for the Babette Taute Scholarship, you must meet the following criteria:
- Be a South African citizen or permanent resident
- Be enrolled in a full-time Honours program in English language and literature at a recognized South African university
- Demonstrate a strong academic record (typically a minimum of 70% average)
- Have a genuine financial need
- Show potential for academic excellence and leadership in the field of English
The Babette Taute Scholarship Closing Date
As I mentioned earlier, the application deadline for the 2024 academic year has passed.
For the 2025 academic year, applications will open in July 2024 and close on 17 November 2024.
Note this date on your calendar and submit your application long before the deadline once the cycle begins.
Should you have any questions regarding the Babette Taute Scholarship Program, please contact:
1. Naaznien Parker (Email: [email protected])
2. Helene Schneid (Email: [email protected])
When sending your a query, please use this phrase as your email subject: “Babette Taute 2024 Query: (Your Surname).”