SAAFoST Aubrey Parsons Study Grant South Africa 2026

 

SAAFoST Aubrey Parsons Study Grant Summary 2026 

The South African Association for Food Science and Technology (SAAFoST) offers the Aubrey Parsons Study Grant to support high-achieving students in the Food Science and Food Technology sectors. Unlike standard bursaries, this is a nomination-based grant for senior undergraduate/honours students.

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1. Quick Overview

Detail	Information
Provider	SAAFoST Foundation
Closing Date	27 February 2026
Grant Value	R20,000 (Total value per student, regardless of study duration)
Selection Basis	Academic performance and financial need.

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2. Fields of Study & Institutions

The grant is only available for students enrolled in specific departments at the following institutions:

• BSc (Hons) in Food Science:

  • University of Stellenbosch

  • University of Pretoria

  • University of Venda

  • University of the Free State

• BTech in Food Technology:

  • Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT)

  • Durban University of Technology (DUT)

  • Tshwane University of Technology (TUT)

  • University of Johannesburg (UJ)

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3. Minimum Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must meet all the following criteria:

• Membership: Must have been a member of SAAFoST for at least 12 months prior to applying.

• Study Level: Must be studying full-time towards a BSc (Hons) or BTech in the fields listed above.

• Academic Record: Must have maintained a minimum overall average of 70% in previous academic years.

• Application Type: Students cannot apply directly; they must be nominated by their Department Head.

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4. How to Apply (Nomination Process)

1. Request Nomination: Contact your Department Head to request that you be nominated for the grant.

2. Institutional Limit: Each tertiary institution may only nominate one candidate.

3. Submission: The Department Head must submit the official nomination form along with the student’s supporting documents via email to: irene@saafost.org.za.

4. Subject Line: Use the words "SAAFoST Aubrey Parsons Study Grant Application".

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5. Required Supporting Documentation

The following documents (compulsory) must be included in the nomination:

• Proof of SAAFoST membership (showing 12+ months of membership).

• Proof of registration for full-time studies at an approved institution.

• Complete academic record for all previous years of study.

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6. Contact Information

• Contact Person: SAAFoST Membership Development Officer

• Phone: 071 870 2633

• Email: irene@saafost.org.za

Applications must be submitted on the nomination form, in either of these formats:
SAAFoST Aubrey Parsons Study Grant 2026 Nomination Form (.pdf)
SAAFoST Aubrey Parsons Study Grant 2026 Nomination Form (.docx)