SATI Bursary Programme
South African Table Grape Industry (SATI/SATGI), Paarl - administered directly via its Submittable portal
The SATI Bursary Programme funds South African students studying towards qualifications relevant to the table grape industry and its value chain - from viticulture and horticulture to agricultural economics, food science and supply chain disciplines. Offered as full, partial or work-back bursaries, it gives preference to previously disadvantaged individuals, land reform beneficiaries, and farmworkers and their children already involved in the industry.
- Amount
- Not a fixed amount - offered as full, partial or work-back bursaries (tuition, study materials, accommodation and living expenses)
- Deadline
- To be announced
- Renewable
- Yes
Eligible Fields of Study
South African Table Grape Industry (SATI/SATGI), Paarl - administered directly via its Submittable portal supports students in the following disciplines
Eligibility Requirements
- ✓ South African citizen
- ✓ Registered or preliminarily accepted at an accredited South African tertiary institution (undergraduate or postgraduate)
- ✓ Studying a course directly related to the table grape industry and its value chain
- ✓ Minimum of a 'D' symbol (above-average academic performance) in your most recent academic results
- ✓ Full-time or part-time study accepted
- ✓ Preference is given to second-year and above students
- ✓ Awarded for one year at a time - students must reapply annually and demonstrate satisfactory academic performance to continue
What's Included
- ✓ Tuition / study fees
- ✓ Study materials
- ✓ Accommodation
- ✓ Food and living expenses
- ✓ Other expenses that the student can motivate for
Work Commitment
SATI offers work-back bursaries as one of its funding options - where applicable, recipients may be required to work back the value of the bursary within the table grape industry. Confirm the specific terms of your award letter, as bursaries are also offered on a full or partial basis without a work-back obligation.
How to Apply
Steps to complete your South African Table Grape Industry (SATI/SATGI), Paarl - administered directly via its Submittable portal bursary application
- 1
Confirm you meet the requirements - South African citizen, registered or accepted at an accredited SA tertiary institution, studying a field relevant to the table grape value chain, with at least a 'D' symbol average
- 2
Visit the SATI bursaries page at satgi.co.za/support/bursaries and open the application link to the Submittable portal
- 3
Create an account on the SATI Submittable portal and start the bursary application for the relevant academic year
- 4
Complete all sections of the online form and upload your supporting documents
- 5
Submit your application through Submittable before the closing date
- 6
Wait for feedback - SATI provides feedback to applicants by around mid-January; if you receive no response you should consider your application unsuccessful
- 7
Reapply each year, as bursaries are awarded one year at a time and require continued satisfactory academic performance
Required Documents
- 📄 Certified copy of your South African ID
- 📄 Latest academic results / academic transcript
- 📄 Proof of registration or letter of acceptance from your tertiary institution
- 📄 Estimated breakdown of study fees and related costs
- 📄 Motivational letter explaining your interest in the table grape industry and any expenses you wish to motivate for
- 📄 Proof of household income (where requested to assess need and eligibility)
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does the SATI bursary cover?
- SATI bursaries are offered as full, partial or work-back bursaries and can cover tuition and study fees, study materials, accommodation, food and living expenses, and other expenses that the student is able to motivate for. The exact amount is not published as a fixed figure and depends on the type of bursary awarded.
- Who is eligible for the SATI bursary?
- You must be a South African citizen registered or preliminarily accepted at an accredited South African tertiary institution, studying a course relevant to the table grape industry and its value chain, with at least a 'D' symbol (above-average) in your most recent results. Both full-time and part-time students may apply, and preference is given to second-year and above students, as well as previously disadvantaged individuals, land reform beneficiaries, and farmworkers and their children already involved in the industry.
- How do I apply for the SATI bursary?
- Applications are submitted online through SATI's Submittable portal, which is linked from the bursaries page at satgi.co.za/support/bursaries. Create an account, complete the application for the relevant academic year, upload your supporting documents and submit before the closing date.
- Is the SATI bursary renewable, and when will I hear back?
- Bursaries are awarded one year at a time, so you must reapply annually and show satisfactory academic performance to continue receiving funding. SATI provides feedback to applicants by around mid-January; if you have not received a response by then, you should consider your application unsuccessful.
When do 2027 applications open?
South African Table Grape Industry (SATI/SATGI), Paarl - administered directly via its Submittable portal has not yet announced dates for the 2027 intake.
The last recorded window closed on 15 January 2026. Treat that as a guide to timing only — confirm the 2027 dates with South African Table Grape Industry (SATI/SATGI), Paarl - administered directly via its Submittable portal before you rely on them.
Check South African Table Grape Industry (SATI/SATGI), Paarl - administered directly via its Submittable portal's official siteNeed help? Contact South African Table Grape Industry (SATI/SATGI), Paarl - administered directly via its Submittable portal:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +27 (0) 21 863 0366
Information verified 2026-01-15. Always confirm details on the funder's official website before applying.
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