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DFFE Bursary (Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment)

Provided by: Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE)

Status: Date Unconfirmed Closing date: Not confirmed

Note: DFFE's own site states the 2027 intake call is not yet open as of Aug 2026; new applications are typically advertised Sep-Dec. Do not assume a date - check the official page directly before publishing an opening/closing date.

Overview

The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) offers a bursary programme supporting South African students studying towards qualifications in environmental science, forestry, fisheries and related natural sciences.

Applications are currently closed and no date has yet been confirmed for the next intake. This listing will be updated with full eligibility and coverage details once a new official call for applications is published.

Who Can Apply

Full eligibility criteria are published by DFFE when a new bursary call opens.

Supported Study Fields

Environmental science, forestry, fisheries and related natural sciences

What the Bursary Covers

Full details are published in the official call for applications when a new intake opens.

Required Documents

Prescribed DFFE bursary application form, available on the DFFE website when applications open.

How to Apply

Applications are submitted directly on the official provider website — SA Education Hub does not process applications.

Go to Official Application Page

SA Education Hub does not award bursaries or process applications. Information is provided for guidance. Always confirm requirements and closing dates on the funder’s official website before applying. Read our full disclaimer.