SUBTROP Lindsey Milne Bursary South Africa

SUBTROP Lindsey Milne Bursary South Africa

ABOUT THE BURSAR

South Africa Subtropical Growers’ Association (SUBTROP) founded the Lindsey Milne bursary scheme after the late Dr DL Milne, in memory of his endless contributions to the Subtropical fruit industry.
The bursary funds are contributed by the South African Litchi Growers’ Association (SALGA), the South African Avocado Growers’ Association (SAAGA) and the South African Mango Growers’ Association (SAMGA).

ABOUT THE BURSARY

Bursaries will be awarded to students who wish to study and pursue a career within the South African subtropical fruit industry, particularly those who are studying towards a BSc Agric qualification (majoring in Horticultural Science).

Once graduated, students will be required to work for SUBTROP for an amount of time equal to their bursary award.

ELIGIBILITY

Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying:

  • South African citizen,
  • Studying in the aforementioned field of study,
  • Studying at a recognised tertiary institution within South Africa,
  • Wish to follow a career within the subtropical fruit industry in SA.

 

HOW TO APPLY

Student who satisfy the above minimum criteria, can apply by submitting the following documents:

  • ID document (certified copy),
  • A covering letter (we have drafted the Lindsey Milne Bursary Covering Letter Example which students can download and edit, otherwise please feel free to write your own cover letter if you wish),
  • Matric certificate (certified copy),
  • Proof of university registration (on tertiary letterhead),
  • Full academic record/ transcript (on tertiary letterhead),
  • Motivational Letter (from your department head),
  • Details of any related work experience,
  • 3 References (names and contact details).

 
Complete application forms and supporting documentation must be submitted to:
The Lindsey Milne Bursary Scheme
c/o SUBTROP
PO Box 866
Tzaneen 0850
Email: info@subtrop.co.za

CLOSING DATE

31 October annually.

CONTACT

For any bursary queries, please contact:
The Lindsey Milne Bursary Scheme
Tel: 015 307 3676
Fax: 015 307 6792
Email: info@subtrop.co.za