The HWSETA Postgraduate Bursary provides financial aid to South African students who are enrolled in postgraduate diploma, honors, B-Tech, M-Tech, masters, D-Tech, doctoral, and post-doctoral programs within the health and welfare sector.
About the HWSETA Postgraduate Bursary
The HWSETA Postgraduate Bursary program aims to address the skill shortages in some very important areas of the country’s workforce.
They hope to help raise a well-equipped workforce for the future of healthcare in South Africa.
Some of the areas the program focuses most on are:
- Veterinary Sciences: Research in animal health, food safety, and zoonotic diseases.
- Marine Aquaculture and Marine Biology: Research in sustainable aquaculture practices, fisheries management, and marine conservation.
- Health Sciences: Pharmacy, physiotherapy, dentistry, speech language therapy, optometry, radiography, audiology, and more.
- Nursing Sciences: Nursing education, primary health care, maternal and child health, community health nursing, health professions education, mental health nursing, rural health.
With the yearly offering of this bursary, HWSETA hopes to provide the following advantages to their selected students:
- Financial assistance towards tuition fees, study materials, and living expenses.
- Mentorship and guidance from industry professionals.
- Networking opportunities within the health sector.
- Potential for employment post-graduation with HWSETA levy-paying employers.
HWSETA Postgraduate Bursary Application Form
Applications for the HWSETA Postgraduate Bursary are typically open annually, with deadlines announced on the HWSETA website and other trusted platforms like this one.
Applying for the HWSETA Postgraduate Bursary is a straightforward process. Follow these steps to ensure a smooth application:
- Visit the HWSETA website, go to the “Bursaries” section and find the HWSETA Postgraduate Bursary application form.
- Download the form and carefully read the instructions and eligibility criteria before filling it out electronically.
- Prepare certified copies of your South African ID document, proof of tertiary registration, a draft research proposal, an itemized budget for your research project, and a one-page motivational letter.
- Submit your completed application on the bursary portal along with all supporting documents by the closing date. Applications must be submitted through email to: [email protected] (Use the words “HWSETA Postgraduate Bursary Application – Your Full Name” in the email subject line).
The HWSETA Postgraduate Bursary Requirements
To be eligible for the HWSETA Postgraduate Bursary, you must possess all the following qualifications:
- South African Citizenship or Permanent Residency: You must be a South African citizen or permanent resident with a valid ID document.
- Postgraduate Studies: You must be registered or intend to register for a postgraduate diploma, honors, B-Tech, M-Tech, masters, D-Tech, doctoral, or post-doctoral program at a recognized South African university or higher education institution.
- Academic Performance: You must demonstrate academic excellence with a minimum average of 65% in your previous qualification.
- Research Alignment (Optional): If your program involves research, your research proposal should align with the HWSETA’s priority areas in health and welfare.
- Financial Need: You must demonstrate financial need and explain how the bursary will assist you in completing your studies.
The HWSETA Postgraduate Bursary Closing Date
The closing date for the HWSETA Postgraduate Bursary application always falls on 31st July every year.
For any inquiries about the HWSETA Postgraduate, you can contact them through phone call at 011 607 6900 or email: [email protected]