• display academic talent
• demonstrate leadership potential
• be entering Grade 8 or Grade 10 in 2013
• be a South African citizen or permanent resident
• be in a family where the total income is less than R8 000 per month

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATORY POLICY AS TO STUDENTS

The Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls – South Africa admits students of any race, colour, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programmes and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the Academy. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programmes, athletic, cultural, residential and other school- administered programmes.

Applicants will be invited to write entrance tests which will be held at a number of different venues throughout South Africa. Further selection and more extensive testing of academic and leadership potential will follow this first round. Final selection camps lasting 2 or 3 days will be held at the Academy later in the year.

In order to apply for 2013, girls in grade 7 or grade 9 in 2012 should submit the following personal information:

• student name and surname
• postal address
• nearest town/city
• cell number for future sms communication

These applications should be faxed, emailed or posted to:

Email     studentrecruitment@owla.co.za
Fax     086 743 4629
Post     P O Box 1485, Henley on Klip, 1962 (Attention: Student Recruitment)

Note: Girls who applied for 2012 for entry into Grade 7 must reapply for entry in to Grade 8 in 2013.

Closing date for applications – 10 February 2012

The Maharishi Institute was created in 2007 to take accessible tertiary education to another level, to showcase South Africa as a leading innovator in education provision, and create a worldwide breakthrough using the approach of Consciousness-Based Education.

The Institute is offering bursaries to 200 students to study a business degree with them. All you need to have is matric to be considered for a bursary.

Open Days January:

21/Jan/2012, Assessments on the 25 & 26/Jan/2012.
04/Feb/2012, Assessments on the 6 & 7/ Feb/2012.
18/ Feb/2012, Assessments 20 & 21/ Feb 2012.

MI 8 to commence on the 20/Feb/2012.

If you are interested in attending an Open Day, please enter your information in the form  on their website. Up to 200 bursaries are on offer for excellent students with the right attitudes and commitment.

For more information about bursaries and to reserve your space, apply online below or email Maxwell Koma in the Admissions Office at: mkoma@maharishinstitute.org or cal(l 011) 498-0005/ 072 188 8317

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The Southern African Music Rights Organisation (SAMRO) announces, via its Endowment for the National Arts, the SAMRO Music Bursaries for 2012.

These Bursaries are the most substantial awards in music study in Southern Africa. Bursaries are open to citizens of South Africa, Botswana, Lesotho and Swaziland.  Applicants should be registered for a music degree/ diploma at a South African University in 2012.

The following bursaries are on offer:

1. General Music Study (R10 000 each) available to students in their 1st and 2nd years

2. Music Education Bursaries (R10 000 each) available to students majoring in music education in their 3rd and 4th years

3. Composition Study (R10 000 each) available to students majoring in music composition in their 3rd, 4th and postgraduate years

4. Indigenous African Music Research (R10 000 each) for post-graduate research students at Honours, Masters or Doctoral level.

SAMRO OVERSEAS SCHOLARSHIPS COMPETITION FOR SINGERS

CLOSING DATE 30 April 2012

In addition to the above-mentioned bursaries, the SAMRO Overseas Scholarships is a competition held every year.  These Awards currently rotate in the following four-year cycle:

2012         Instrumentalists
2013        Keyboard Players
2014        Composers
2015        Singers

The Scholarships, one for Western Art music and one for Jazz/ Popular music, are for applicants who have already obtained a degree or equivalent diploma in music, or who are in their final year of such degree or equivalent diploma.  The award is to be used for post-graduate study overseas.  The value is R160 000 each plus travel allowance of up to R10 000. Regulations and application forms will be available at the beginning of February 2012.

The film industry is very close to our hearts and we believe in the potential of this sector not only to enhance arts and culture- but also to make an even greater impact on our country’s economy. It is for this reason that MultiChoice contributes to the expansion of this sector through its Film Skills Development Programme.  This programme aims to broaden the industry’s skills pool by developing previously disadvantaged individuals, who are within the film industry.  It provides them with the necessary advanced training and mentorship to progress further, to pursue careers in the local film industry. The programme was launched in 2007.  Individuals from a variety of backgrounds graduated from the programme. The filmmakers were handpicked for the intensive twenty week training programme. The training provided is hands-on and leading South African filmmakers share their knowledge of research, scriptwriting, production, camera lighting and editing with those who participate in this training programme.  Some of the graduates have received accolades for their work from local and international film festivals.

University Programme

MultiChoice provides bursaries for individuals from disadvantaged communities in Maths and Science related studies. A number of these young men and women are attracted to careers in the broadcast technology sector and end up pursuing employment opportunities there.

Visit www.multichoice.co.za for more details.

Consequently, we give preference to those candidates with an exceptional academic record who also participate in extra curricular activities. Due consideration is also given to those individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds who meet our minimum requirements. Applications for a Sasol bursary close on 29 February 2012. We prefer to receive all applications online via our online application process found at this site.

This speeds up the process and ensures comprehensive electronic tracking of all applications. We receive, on average, 5000 applications each year. These applications are screened by our recruitment office and results in between 300 and 400 individuals being invited to attend an interview. Of these, only 80 to 100 will be awarded a Sasol bursary.

The number of bursaries awarded each year is dependent on the business need. Consequently, failure to secure a Sasol bursary is not necessarily due to poor performance on the part of the applicant but may be a reflection of insufficient business demand. Sasol is a petrochemical company and hence the majority of bursaries awarded are in the engineering, science and commerce fields listed under fields of study.

Fields of study

The Sasol bursary scheme offers bursaries on the basis of a service binding contract after graduation for a period equal to the tenure of the bursary. Applications may be submitted for one of the following fields of study:

Visit www.sasolbursaries.com for more information

The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) will be awarding 250 bursaries to Engineering students nation-wide.

The initiative is the first since PRASA was established by government two years ago in a bid to stabilise and promote passenger rail services. The bursary initiative will be the first of many initiatives taken by PRASA in its quest to revive rail engineering.

Currently, PRASA has embarked on a Market Engagement exercise in preparation for the acquisition of its new rolling stock (trains) over the next 20 years. In addition, PRASA has already begun with its new train signaling project. Both projects form the basis for rail engineering which is the focus for the bursaries offered by PRASA.

BURSARY DETAILS:

The PRASA Corporate Bursary Scheme offers students the opportunity to enroll at any South African University for full time studies. Applicants may choose from any engineering disciplines, provided that subject choices are acceptable and advantage PRASA i.e. Electrical Engineering (Electronics), Rolling Stock (Technicians), Perway (Rail Maintenance), Signaling (Technicians), Facilities and Electrical.

Bursary Courses:

• Bachelor of Engineering,
• Bachelor of Science, or
• an Honours Degree.

The PRASA bursary covers:

• Registration fees
• Tuition fees and books
• Residence and Meal fees

Conditions for acceptance:

• Candidates must have at least a D – symbol in Mathematics.
• Continuation of a Bursary will depend on candidate performance.
• Should studies be discontinued or study field changed without PRASA’s approval, the bursary holder will be obliged to reimburse PRASA for all the relevant fees.
• Bursary holders repeating courses will do so at their own expense.
• It is expected of bursary holders to do a minimum four weeks’ vacation work per year at PRASA.
• Applicants MUST be South African citizens and will be subject to PRASA’s normal selection process.

Qualification requirements:

• Currently or willing to study towards BSc. Eng/B. Eng/ B. Tech or S4 Diploma in Electrical/Rolling Stock Engineering.
• Grade 10 with Mathematics.
• Candidates must be willing to be registered with ECSA as Pr. Eng or Professional Technologist.

PRASA encourages candidates with the ability to work under pressure, who are client orientated, team players who have a sense of urgency, they must be positive, motivated and responsible to apply by login onto www.prasa.com and check under “opportunities” for bursaries and download the application form and also get the background on the bursary. PRASA will also place an advertisement in the Sunday Time’s careers section.

Contact details:

email address: talent@prasa.com or call on 011 773 1426

Bursary Application Form

The Walmart Foundation offers two scholarship programs that benefit Walmart associates and their high school senior dependents. To learn more about these programs or to apply, click on the links below.

Walmart Associate Scholarship

The Walmart Associate Scholarship is a college scholarship is available to Walmart and Sam’s Club associates who are based in the U.S. Awards are based on demonstrated financial need and community involvement.

The Foundation’s Walmart Associate Scholarship is available for associates pursuing certificates, associate, bachelor, and graduate degrees through accredited institutions of higher education and for associates participating in the Lifelong Learning Program through American Public University. The Foundation accepts applications and awards Walmart Associate Scholarships four times a year, as set out in the chart below.

Learn about the Walmart Associate Scholarship renewal process.

The Walmart Dependent Scholarship
Application Period Opens January 3, 2012 and ends March 15, 2012.

The Walmart Dependent Scholarship is a $13,000 scholarship paid out over four years. Applicants must be dependents of Walmart and Sam’s Club associates, have at least a 2.0 GPA and prove financial need.

Before applying, please ensure you:

• Read the Official Rules below.
• Have a resume in PDF format, and a copy of your student ID card and course registration ready to submit with your application.
• Are either an iOS Developer University Program member, Mac Developer Program member, or ADC Student member.

We currently offer the following scholarship programs in the US and Canada. For scholarship opportunities in other regions, please visit the student opportunities page for the region in which you live.

Academic Scholarships

• Google AISES Scholarship
  Google is pleased to partner with the American Indian Science and Engineering Society to offer scholarships for AISES students currently pursuing undergraduate and graduate degrees in computer science or computer engineering. Scholarship recipients will receive an academic scholarship as well as be invited to attend the Annual Google Scholars’ Retreat in Mountain View, CA.
• Google Anita Borg Memorial Scholarship
  The Google Anita Borg Memorial Scholarship was established to honor the legacy of Anita Borg and her efforts to encourage women to pursue careers in computer science and technology. Scholarship recipients in the US and Canada will receive an academic scholarship as well as be invited to attend the Annual Google Scholars’ Retreat in Mountain View, CA. The scholarship is also offered in Africa, Asia, Australia, Canada, Europe, the Middle East, New Zealand, and the United States.
• Google Anita Borg Memorial Scholarship for First Years
  The Google Anita Borg Memorial Scholarship for First Years is awarded to current high school seniors intending to study computer science at a university in the US. Scholarship recipients will receive an academic scholarship as well as be invited to attend the Google FUSE networking retreat the summer following their first year of undergraduate study.
• Google Hispanic College Fund Scholarship
  Hispanic College Fund Scholarships are given to Hispanic students who demonstrate both academic excellence and financial need. The Google Scholarship Program offers funds to students studying computer science or computer engineering. Scholarship recipients will receive an academic scholarship as well as be invited to attend the Annual Google Scholars’ Retreat in Mountain View, CA.
• Google Lime Scholarship for Students with Disabilities
  We’re partnering with Lime to offer scholarships to students with disabilities who are pursuing university degrees in the field of computer science in Canada or the U.S. Scholarship recipients will receive an academic scholarship as well as be invited to attend the Annual Google Scholars’ Retreat in Mountain View, CA.
• Google United Negro College Fund Scholarship
  The Google-UNCF Scholarship is awarded annually to a group of African-American students pursuing undergraduate and graduate degrees in computer science or computer engineering. The program offers “last dollar” scholarships based upon unmet financial need for students majoring in computer science or computer engineering. Scholarship recipients will receive an academic scholarship as well as be invited to attend the Annual Google Scholars’ Retreat in Mountain View, CA.

Conference Travel Scholarships

• Google Global Community Scholarship for the Grace Hopper Conference:
  The Global Community Scholarship offers funding for a group of students outside the U.S. to attend the annual Grace Hopper Celebration of Women in Computing.
• Google Women of Color Scholarship for the Grace Hopper Conference:
  The Global Community Scholarship offers funding for women of color students in the U.S. to attend the annual Grace Hopper Celebration of Women in Computing.
• Google Travel Scholarship for the AISES National Conference
  Google is pleased to partner with the American Indian Science and Engineering Society to offer travel scholarships for AISES students to attend the AISES National Conference.

Source: www.google.com

This year, 117 SAMRO Music Study Bursaries of R9 000 apiece were awarded, bringing the total value to R1,053-million. The bursaries are awarded every year on merit to students who wish to pursue full-time music study at a South African university.

“Since we started the bursary scheme 30 years ago, in 1981, SAMRO has awarded 1 404 bursaries to help students with their tuition fees, says André le Roux, General Manager: SAMRO Endowment for the National Arts. “We have also given out a further 60 overseas music scholarships since 1962. These bursaries, scholarships and other sponsorships collectively add up to more than R50-million that SAMRO has invested in music education since its inception.  Supporting educated artists who understand their craft certainly makes the long-term value of these grants to the country and the industry tangible.”

He said that many students who receive SAMRO bursaries go on to do well in SAMRO’s annual Overseas Scholarships Competition, which enables the winners to study music at postgraduate level at an international tertiary institution of their choice.

Both the bursaries and the overseas scholarships have already yielded several music luminaries and Standard Bank Young Artist winners, and serve as an important stepping stone to a sustainable professional music career. SAMRO’s support has not only been academic, but initiating the Moshito music conference and expo has benefited music education at an industry level as well.

SAMRO further supports these musicians throughout their career trajectory by commissioning original compositions – a total of 371 to date – which adds to the country’s music canon while providing much-needed work and income for composers. “We have built valuable relationships with students, musicians and educational institutions over the decades, and now have a large family of SAMRO alumni,” says Le Roux.

The majority of this year’s bursaries – 74 – were awarded to undergraduate candidates in the general music study fields of Western art, jazz and indigenous African music. Twenty grants were awarded for music education study, 13 for music composition study, and 10 for postgraduate research into indigenous African music forms.

Le Roux added that it was a heartening sign that more students were showing interest in researching and writing about indigenous music, and in studying music composition. The increase in applications for these fields that have traditionally battled to attract applicants can be partly attributed to more vigorous marketing from SAMRO’s side to raise awareness and interest in these particular bursaries, as well as the increase in students studying composition and indigenous music research at universities.

For more information on the SAMRO Endowment for the National Arts, visit www.sena.org.za or e-mail sena@samro.org.za