The Department of Arts and Culture invites applications for bursaries for students who wish to pursue studies in heritage courses. The bursary will finance both undergraduates and post graduates in the following fields:
Fields of study
Archaeology (marine, etc.)
Archives and records management
Conservation of the built environment
Restorative and preventive conservation
Collections (cultural & natural) management
Heritage resources management
Museum management and curatorship
Courses that contribute to the preservation and promotion of S.A. Living Heritage
Eligibility
South African citizenship
Academic potential / satisfactory academic performance (academic progress report if already at an institution)
Field of study (heritage related)
Financially needy
Admission letter or proof of registration at an accredited institution of higher learning
NB: people with disability are encouraged to apply
Value of the Bursary
Study fees (incl. registration & tuition)
Accommodation & meals
The bursary is renewable if the student meets the requirements for the following year
NB: Funds are payable directly to the institution of higher learning
The following documents must accompany the application:
Certified copy of birth certificate or ID document
Certified copy of the salary statement and/or proof of income and affidavit of your parents/guardians(if not working)
Certified copy of Grade 12 June examination results / Grade 12 / Matric results
If already at university – latest results / academic record
Proof of admission or provisional admission at an institution of higher learning
Application forms can be obtained from the offices of the Department of Arts and Culture, 5TH Floor, 481 Kingsley Centre, Cnr. Stanza Bopape & Steve Biko Streets, Arcadia, Pretoria or online at http://www.dac.gov.za
Completed application forms together with certified copies of necessary documents should be sent to the:
Heritage Bursaries
Department of Arts and Culture
Private Bag X897
PRETORIA
0001
Or
Applications can also be hand delivered to:
Heritage Bursaries
481 Kingsley Centre 5th Floor
Cnr. Stanza Bopape & Steve Biko Street
ARCADIA
PRETORIA
Enquiries regarding the bursary applications should be directed by email to bursary2015@dac.gov.za
The closing date for submission of applications is 29 August 2014 at 16h30.
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