Applications are open to the SAAB Scholarship, funded by the South African Association of Botanists of South Africa.
These university scholarships are for African students who have a minimum average of 70% and study at a university in South Africa.
The South African Botanists Association awards “SAAB scholarships” to students each year. Three of these scholarships for South African students will be awarded for Honors Studies (or fourth year) in a botanical-related scientific subject worth 10,000 rands each.
About the Sponsor: South African Association of Botanists (SAAB)
South African Association of Botanists (SAAB) is a bimonthly peer-reviewed scientific journal covering all aspects of botany as related to Southern Africa. It is published by Elsevier on behalf of the South African Association of Botanists, of which it is an official journal. It was established in 1982 and, after publishing 3 volumes, absorbed the Journal of South African Botany as of 1985.
The South African Association of Botanists (SAAB) was created to promote and preserve the status of the botanist profession in all sectors and to fulfill functions to achieve the goals of the profession.
What you Need to Know about SAAB Scholarship for Students from SADC Countries 2024
Level/ Field of study
SAAB Scholarship 2024 is open to honors (or 4th year) and to the master’s degree.
students. These university scholarships for African students are awarded in the field of botanical science.
Host Nationality
The Scholarships for African Countries is hosted by the South African Association of Botanists in South Africa. Scholarships can be taken in South African.
Aside from the SAAB Scholarship, there are other scholarships available to international students to study abroad. You can check our scholarship by country to access all scholarships available
Eligible Nationality
SAAB Scholarship for Students from SADC Countries 2024 is for a resident in one of the SADC countries: Namibia, Botswana, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Lesotho, Swaziland, Angola, Malawi, Democratic Republic of Congo, Tanzania, Seychelles, Mozambique, Mauritius, Madagascar, South Africa, Comoros.
Read also if you wish to study outside your home country Simple and Detailed Answers about Applying and Winning a Scholarship.
SAAB Scholarship worth
SAAB Scholarship Candidates receive:
- Three fellowships will be awarded for Honors Studies (or fourth year) in a botanical-related scientific subject worth 10,000 rands each.
- A scholarship of R $ 40,000 will also be awarded for master’s studies.
Scholarship Number
South African Association of Botanists of South Africa offers three scholarships for South African students annually.
Eligibility for the SAAB Scholarship for Students from SADC Countries
- Bursaries are available for students from South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Lesotho, Swaziland, Angola, Malawi, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Tanzania, Seychelles, Mozambique, Mauritius, Madagascar, and Comoros.
Candidates must meet the following minimum criteria to apply (please note that if you do not comply with all the requirements, your application will not be considered):
- Diploma with a minimum average of 70%.
- Study in a college in South Africa
- Currently member/application for SAAB membership
- Have a paid member supervisor of the SAAB
Masters students: A Bachelor of Science degree and a minimum average of 70%.
How to Apply for SAAB Scholarship for Students from SADC Countries
For this SAAB Scholarship for Students from SADC Countries 2024, students who meet the requirements to apply must provide a clear copy of the following supporting documents with your completed application form (submission of these documents is mandatory – if any elements are missing, your application will not be considered) :
- Identity document (certified copy)
- Full academic transcripts (certified true copies).
- A CV (with names and contact details of 2 referees)
The cover letter must be written by the applicant with a description of your proposed research interests/interests for the fourth year. - Letter of motivation (from your honorary title/project manager in the 4th year)
- Names and values of other scholarships for which you have applied
Applications must be submitted electronically by e-mail to SAABsecretary@gmail.com.
(In the subject line of the e-mail, enter the words “SAAB Scholarship – Your full name”).
Note: Make sure your documents are in PDF format.
Application Deadline for the SAAB Scholarship for Students from SADC Countries 2024
The deadline for SAAB Scholarship 2024 applications is February 27th, annually.
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