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Digby Wells Bursary 2027

The Digby Wells Bursary is a funding programme offered by Digby Wells Environmental for students who want to build careers in environmental and social solutions. The programme supports full-time students in selected environmental, water, geospatial and social science fields and is connected to the company’s wider investment in developing future professionals.

For the 2027 intake, Digby Wells Environmental is inviting current Matric learners intending to begin tertiary studies in 2027 as well as full-time undergraduate and postgraduate students to apply. The current recruitment listing does not publish a fixed closing date, so applicants should use the official application route while the opportunity is available.

WHAT IS THE DIGBY WELLS BURSARY?

The Digby Wells Bursary is designed to support talented students who want to develop careers in environmental and social sciences and related professional fields. Digby Wells Environmental describes its bursary programme as part of its early-career development pathway for full-time students who want to work in environmental and social solutions.

The programme is more closely connected to the environmental consulting industry than a general study grant. Digby Wells works across areas including environmental management, water geosciences, geospatial and atmospheric sciences, biodiversity, social and stakeholder services, mine closure and rehabilitation, and renewable-energy environmental services.

The Digby Wells Education Trust was established as part of the company’s ownership structure to provide bursaries for students pursuing studies in environmental and social sciences.

WHAT FIELDS OF STUDY DOES THE DIGBY WELLS BURSARY COVER?

The bursary caters for the following studies:

  • BSc Environmental Sciences
  • BSc Geography
  • BSc Zoology
  • BSc Hydrogeology
  • BSc Hydrology
  • BA Community Development
  • BSc Research Psychology

The approved fields can change between application cycles. Students should therefore check the current intake listing before applying rather than assuming that a qualification funded in a previous year remains eligible.

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WHAT ARE THE DIGBY WELLS BURSARY REQUIREMENTS?

For the current 2027 intake, applicants must meet the programme’s academic, study and citizenship requirements before they can be considered.

  • You must be a South African citizen.
  • You must be currently in Matric or have completed Matric.
  • You must be studying or intending to study full-time in one of the approved fields.
  • You must be enrolled or intending to enrol at a recognised tertiary institution in South Africa.
  • Undergraduate applicants must have achieved at least 60% for Mathematics.
  • Undergraduate applicants must have achieved at least 60% for English.
  • Undergraduate applicants must have achieved an overall average of at least 65%.
  • Postgraduate applicants must have achieved an overall average of at least 65%.
  • You should demonstrate a strong academic record and a genuine interest in environmental sustainability and social impact.

The current 2027 academic criteria do not list Physical Science as a separate minimum requirement. Older Digby Wells bursary cycles included additional subject requirements, so applicants should use the current intake requirements rather than relying on historical versions of the programme.

WHAT DOES THE DIGBY WELLS BURSARY COVER?

The bursary provides financial support towards the main costs of tertiary study. The published programme information identifies the following support:

  • Tuition fees
  • Book allowance
  • Laptop

The programme can also provide career-development opportunities. Previous and current programme information links bursary support with practical exposure such as vacation work, internships, mentorship and workplace experience. These opportunities should not be treated as automatic employment unless Digby Wells confirms them for the relevant intake.

Historical Digby Wells bursary information also included a post-study employment arrangement for selected bursars. Because the exact terms can change between intakes, applicants should check the current programme conditions before accepting an award or signing any agreement.

HOW DO I APPLY FOR THE DIGBY WELLS BURSARY?

Applications are completed online via the Dibgy Wells Bursary Application 2027 official page.

Late submisions will be rejected.

WHAT DOCUMENTS ARE NEEDED FOR THE DIGBY WELLS BURSARY?

The current application information requires applicants to provide clear supporting documentation. Prepare the following documents:

  • Certified copy of your South African ID
  • Latest Matric results or Matric certificate
  • Academic transcript or latest academic results, if you are already studying
  • Proof of registration or provisional acceptance at a tertiary institution
  • Updated CV with your contact details
  • Motivational letter explaining your interest in pursuing a career in the environmental sector and how your goals align with Digby Wells

Check the current application listing before submitting your documents because document requirements may be amended for a future intake.

WHEN IS THE CLOSING DATE FOR THE DIGBY WELLS BURSARY?

The Digby Wells Bursary 2027 is currently being advertised, but a fixed closing date has not been published in the current recruitment information. The application opportunity may therefore close without a conventional annual deadline.

If you meet the requirements, do not wait for a closing date to be announced. Check the official Digby Wells careers page and submit your application while the bursary opportunity remains available.

For future intakes, the opening and closing dates may change. Once Digby Wells publishes a new application period, this page should be updated with the confirmed dates rather than carrying forward a previous year’s deadline.

HOW DO I CONTACT DIGBY WELLS ABOUT THE BURSARY?

For bursary application questions, applicants should first check the current vacancy or bursary listing and the official careers page. Digby Wells’ current South African contact details are:

The South African office is located at Digby Wells House, Turnberry Office Park, 48 Grosvenor Road, Bryanston, Gauteng, 2191.

ABOUT DIGBY WELLS ENVIRONMENTAL

Digby Wells Environmental is a South African environmental and social consultancy established in 1995. The company provides specialist services across areas including environmental management, biodiversity and nature, water geosciences, geospatial and atmospheric sciences, social and stakeholder services, mine closure and rehabilitation, environmental and social governance, and renewable-energy environmental services.

The company works extensively with the mining, infrastructure and energy sectors and has developed bursary and graduate pathways to help students and young professionals enter environmental and social careers.

DIGBY WELLS BURSARY FAQ

CAN POSTGRADUATE STUDENTS APPLY FOR THE DIGBY WELLS BURSARY?

Yes. The current 2027 programme includes postgraduate applicants, provided they are studying full-time in an approved field and meet the applicable academic requirements.

CAN FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS APPLY FOR THE DIGBY WELLS BURSARY?

Yes. The current programme invites Matric learners who intend to begin tertiary studies in 2027, as well as students already enrolled in undergraduate or postgraduate study.

DOES THE DIGBY WELLS BURSARY COVER A LAPTOP?

Yes. The published bursary benefits for the current programme include a laptop, together with tuition fees and a book allowance.

DOES THE DIGBY WELLS BURSARY INCLUDE WORK EXPERIENCE?

The programme is linked to career development and previous bursary information has included vacation work, internships, practical exposure and mentorship. The specific opportunities and any conditions attached to them should be confirmed for the intake in which you are applying.

WHEN WILL THE NEXT DIGBY WELLS BURSARY APPLICATIONS OPEN?

The next opening date cannot be predicted. Once the current intake has closed, check the official Digby Wells careers page for the next bursary announcement rather than relying on an assumed annual opening date.

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This bursary information was last updated in September 2026.

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