The South African Association of Botanists Scholarship is offered by the esteemed SAAB and aims to train the next generation of botanical experts in South Africa.
It provides financial support for postgraduate studies in botanically-related science fields, specifically for Honours/4th year and MSc levels.
About the South African Association of Botanists Scholarship
The SAAB Scholarship program recognizes the important role of botany in environmental conservation, biodiversity research, and agricultural development.
By supporting talented students, the association hopes to nurture future leaders who will contribute significantly to these fields.
The scholarship program offers two tiers of financial assistance:
- Honours/4th year: Three bursaries of R12,000 each, awarded for one year of study.
- MSc: Three bursaries of R40,000 each, disbursed as R20,000 per year, subject to satisfactory first-year results.
In addition to the financial support, scholarship recipients receive a complimentary one-year (Honours/4th year) or two-year (MSc) SAAB membership.
This provides access to valuable resources, networking opportunities, and professional development support within the botanical community.
South African Association of Botanists Scholarship Application Form
The application process for the South African Association of Botanists Scholarship is straightforward and extremely easy. You must have your application submitted online through the SAAB website.
The application form requires all applicants to provide the following information:
- Personal details
- Academic qualifications (including transcripts)
- Research proposal (for MSc applicants)
- Supervisor’s details (for MSc applicants)
- Motivation letter outlining your career aspirations and how the scholarship will contribute to them
- Proof of South African citizenship or permanent residency
Please note that the main application deadline is 28 February 2024.
The South African Association of Botanists Scholarship Requirements
For an applicant to be eligible for the SAAB Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be enrolled in a recognized Honours/4th year or MSc program in a botanically-related science field at a South African university.
- Have a minimum average of 70% in your previous year of study.
- Be a current member of SAAB or commit to joining upon receiving the scholarship.
- Have a supervisor who is a paid-up member of SAAB (for MSc applicants).
- Demonstrate strong academic potential and a passion for botany.
The South African Association of Botanists Scholarship Closing Date
As mentioned earlier, the closing date for the SAAB Scholarship is 28 February 2024 for Master’s students and 31 March 2024 for Honours students.
I’ll also encourage all interested students to submit their applications as soon as possible to avoid missing out on this valuable opportunity.
For further inquiries, you can contact the SAAB Secretariat at +27 (0) 12 334 3100.