For all my aspiring transportation professionals in South Africa and the SADC region, the Southern African Transport Conference Bursary is a great funding option for you.
The esteemed Southern African Transport Conference (SATC) offers an annual bursary to support your academic journey.
This prestigious award can significantly reduce the financial pressure and set the tone for your career in the transport sector.
About the Southern African Transport Conference Bursary
The Southern African Transport Conference Bursary is held annually and serves as a vital platform for experts and stakeholders to discuss serious transportation issues facing the region.
Knowing how important it is to nurture future leaders, the conference established a bursary program to support hardworking and deserving students pursuing transportation-related studies.
Southern African Transport Conference Bursary Application Form
The application process for the SATC bursary is quite simple and straight to the point. You can download the latest application form directly from the official SATC website.
Ensure you complete the form properly by providing accurate and comprehensive information.
Here’s what you’ll need to include:
- Personal details: Name, contact information, citizenship status
- Academic information: Current studies, degree program, university, academic transcripts
- Motivation letter: Express your passion for transportation, highlight your research/study focus, and explain how the bursary will contribute to your aspirations
- Supporting documents: Certified copies of academic certificates, proof of residence, any relevant awards or achievements.
You must have your application submitted through email to Jacqui Oosthuyzen (SATC Secretariat): [email protected]. Make sure to use the words “SATC Bursary 2024” in the email subject line.
The Southern African Transport Conference Bursary Requirements
In order for you to be eligible for the SATC bursary, you must meet the following qualification requirements:
- Citizenship: Be a South African citizen or from a recognized SADC country
- Education: Be currently enrolled full-time or admitted to study full-time for a Master’s or Doctoral degree with a research component in transportation at a recognized South African university
- Financial need: Demonstrate genuine financial need and the impact the bursary would have on your studies
- Academic merit: Possess a strong academic record with good grades and potential for future success
- Availability: Be able to attend the annual SATC conference if your application is successful
The Southern African Transport Conference Bursary Closing Date
Unfortunately, the application period for the 2024 SATC bursary has already closed on December 8th, 2023.
However, be on the lookout for the announcement of the 2025 application period, which typically opens in the latter half of the year.
You can subscribe to the SATC website newsletter or follow their social media pages for updates.
For any inquiries regarding the SATC bursary or the application process, you can contact the SATC Secretariat through phone call on 083 324 9622 or through email: [email protected].