South African Council for Planners (SACPLAN) Bursary.

South African Council for Planners (SACPLAN) Bursary.

ABOUT THE BURSAR

The South African Council for Planners (SACPLAN) is the Council of members appointed by the Department of Rural Development and Land Reform. SACPLAN are responsible for regulating the Planning Profession.

ABOUT THE BURSARY

The SACPLAN bursary will be awarded to those studying towards a planning qualification.
Bursaries are provided up to a maximum of R40 000 per annum, to assist students with tuition fees.

ELIGIBILITY

Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying:

  • South African citizen,
  • Registered/ accepted to study at an accredited planning school,
  • Studying towards a planning qualification (undergraduate and postgraduate),
  • High academic achiever,
  • Proven financial need.

HOW TO APPLY

Download and complete the SACPLAN Bursary Application Form (pdf).
Alternatively, you can find the latest application form at http://www.sacplan.org.za/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=160&Itemid=273
Please include the following items in your application pack:

  • ID document (certified copy),
  • Matric certificate (certified copy),
  • Proof of registration/ acceptance from an accredited planning programme/ school (on tertiary letterhead),
  • Current tertiary students: latest academic record/ transcript (on tertiary letterhead) (certified copy),
  • Breakdown of costs for the study programme for the year,
  • 3 months latest bank statements from person currently paying for your studies,
  • Full CV (of background and working experience),
  • Personal statement/ motivational letter (max 2 pages),
  • Two written references.

NB: Please write your ID number in the top right hand corner of every page of your supporting documents and application form.
Complete application forms and supporting documentation must be submitted in one of the following ways:
1) Email: mlewis@sacplan.co.za
Attention: Mr Martin Lewis
2) Hand delivered:
Chief Executive Officer
The South African Council for Planners
International Business Gateway Office Park
Cnr New Road & 6th Road,
Midridge Office Park
Block G. 1st Floor
Midrand
1685
Attention: Mr Martin Lewis
3) Post:
Chief Executive Officer
The South African Council for Planners
P.O. Box 1084
Halfway House
Midrand
1685
Attention: Mr Martin Lewis

CLOSING DATE

To be confirmed (currently closed).

CONTACT

For any bursary queries, please contact:
SACPLAN CEO: Mr Martin Lewis
Tel: 011 318 0405/ 0460/ 0437
Email: mlewis@sacplan.co.za