South African Nursery Association (SANA) Bursary

Bursaries will be awarded for studies towards Horticulture and Landscaping qualifications – mainly undergraduate studies, although postgraduate (PhD, Masters and BTech students) may receive funding on a case-bycase basis. The bursary will only provide cover for tuition fees and is awarded for the current academic year of study. Funding is paid directly to the institution. Please note that the bursary does NOT cover the following: outstanding fees, registration fees, accommodation and any other fees (practical training, travel, allowances, prescribed books etc). Bursary recipients will also be required to become SANA members (free of charge), which will have the following benefits: Regular communication via electronic newsletters – this covers matters relating to the industry, important dates and more Digital copy of the annual SANA Magazine Invitation as a visitor, to the fast growing SANA TRADE FAIRS, allowing members the chance to view how the nursery industry operates – this takes place twice a year in Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal Membership is valid for 1 year – student members are required to reapply each year Shortlisted candidates may be contacted and invited to attend an interview with a SANA representative in their area, which will take place in April 2022.

Before applying for the South African Nursery Association (SANA) Bursary , applicants must meet the following minimum entry criteria. Please take note that failing to meet any of these requirements will result in your application being ineligible: Successful completion of Matric (Grade 12) Enrolled in a Horticulture or Landscaping qualification Completion of all modules of the 1st academic year of your chosen qualification Attainment of a minimum overall average of 60% for each subject Membership in SANA or the submission of an application to become a SANA member (membership is free of charge, and the application form can be found below) Please ensure that you meet all these criteria before proceeding with your application.

Please download the South African Nursery Association Bursary Application Form on the SANA website. To complete your application, you must provide clear copies of the following supporting documents (please note that submitting all these documents is mandatory – failure to do so will result in the disregard of your application): Certified copy of your ID document A recent photograph of yourself (selfie, portrait photograph, or student card photo) Comprehensive academic records, including your most recent results (on institutional letterhead) Banking details of your tertiary institution (on institutional letterhead) Proof of registration at your tertiary institution for the year 2023 (on institutional letterhead) A motivational letter (details available on the application form; minimum 150 words) You can submit your application through either of the following methods: Email: wendy@sana.co.za (Ensure to include "SANA Bursary Application 2025" in the email subject line) Fax: 086 580 9793 Please ensure that all required documents are included when you submit your application.