The SASLHA Bursary is offered by the South African Speech-Language and Hearing Association. The aim of the bursary is to support financially needy students so they can complete their studies. In order to be assisted you must be pursuing a career in Audiology or Speech-Language Pathology.
This article will explore all requirements for the bursary – which includes fields f study, bursary benefits and applications deadline. The intention is to improve your chances of a success with your funding application.
SASLHA Bursary Fields of Study
In order for your application to be considered by SASLHA, applicants must be interested in the following studies:
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Audiology
SASLHA Bursary Eligibility Requirements
- SASLHA Membership Requirement – Applicants for the bursary programme by SASLHA must be student members or must sign to become members of SASLHA.
- Academic Performance Requirement – The SASLHA Bursary will only consider applications from students who have already completed their second or third year of studies. No first year students will be considered.
- Registration Requirement – You must be registered to proceed to the third of fourth year of studies in the selected fields of study listed about.
- Academic Performance Requirement – Students who submit their application to request funding, must demonstrate strong academic capabilities.
- Financial Status Requirement – Applicants will be asked to present evidence of financial status (proof of income, affidavits etc)
Step-By-Step Guide To Apply for the SASLHA Bursary
- Step 1 – Get on the internet and visit the official SASLHA Bursary Application 2025 dedicated page
- Step 2 – Complete all fields provided
- Step 3 – Upload required documents
- Step4 – Submit your application before the closing date
Required Supporting Documents
Below is a set of supporting documents that must accompany your application:
- Matriculation certificate
- Copy of your certified ID document
- Copy of recent subjects and academic record
- Testimonials (Department staff or supervisor)
- Affidavit (if parents or guardians are unemployed)
- Death Certificates if parents are late
- Three months bank statements of the person responsible for your fees
- Two minutes video recording (briefly answering the following questions: Tell us something about yourself, why you believe you deserve this award and how you plan on contributing to the profession in the short and medium term)
Closing Date for SASLHA Bursary
14 February 2025
(Applications received later than the closing date will not be considered)
Bursary Provider’s Contact Details
If you wish to contact the bursary provider in relations to the bursary, please use the following details:
- Telephone number: 086 111 3297
- Email address: admin@saslha.co.za
Conclusion
The SASLHA Bursary opportunity is unique because it cater for study fields that are not common. There are very few bursary providers who provide funding opportunities for students pursuing Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology. If you are the candidate that SALSHA is looking for, waste not time – submit your application before 14 February 2025.