South African Weather Service (SAWS) Bursaries and Learnerships 2027 – Grade 12, BSc and Honours Graduates | Apply by 10 November 2026

South African Weather Service (SAWS) Bursaries and Learnerships 2027 – Grade 12, BSc and Honours Graduates | Apply by 10 November 2026

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Organisation: South African Weather Service (SAWS)
Opportunities: 3 Bursary and Training Programmes
Location: Pretoria/Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa
Eligible Applicants: Grade 12 Learners, BSc Graduates and Honours Students
Programme Duration: 12 Months
Programme Commencement: February 2027 (where specified)
Closing Date: 10 November 2026
Application Method: Online

Overview

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) is inviting applications from suitably qualified South Africans for its 2027 Full-Time Bursary and Learnership Programmes.

Three opportunities are available for candidates interested in careers in meteorology, weather forecasting, agrometeorology, oceanography and weather observation.

Depending on the programme, successful applicants will receive financial assistance for tuition fees and a monthly stipend or a monthly stipend during practical training.

The opportunities include:

  1. Forecasting Internship – Postgraduate Certificate in Weather Forecasting.
  2. BSc Honours Bursary – Meteorology, Agrometeorology and Oceanography.
  3. National Certificate in Weather Observations Learnership.

1. Forecasting Internship 2027 – Postgraduate Certificate in Weather Forecasting

Reference Number: FOI:01/10/2026
Location: SAWS Regional Training Centre, Centurion
Duration: One Year
Starting Date: February 2027

Overview

SAWS is offering a one-year forecasting training internship for graduates with a BSc Honours Degree in Meteorology or Atmospheric Sciences.

Students completing their Honours qualification in 2026 may also apply, provided they successfully complete their studies before the programme begins.

Applicants from Agrometeorology and Oceanography backgrounds may also be considered if their academic qualifications meet the relevant meteorological learning requirements.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have:

  • A BSc Honours Degree in Meteorology, Atmospheric Sciences or a relevant field.
  • Mathematics at second-year university level.
  • Physics at first-year university level, including Thermodynamics.
  • Appropriate meteorology modules.
  • Academic qualifications aligned with the World Meteorological Organization’s Basic Instruction Package for Meteorologists (BIP-M).

SAWS will assess academic transcripts and, where necessary, module descriptions to determine eligibility.

Recommended Skills

  • Good interpersonal skills.
  • Basic computer literacy.

Bursary Benefits

  • Full tuition fees.
  • Monthly stipend for the duration of the programme.

Required Documents

  • Certified Matric certificate.
  • Certified BSc Degree certificate.
  • Certified full academic record.
  • First-semester BSc Honours results for students currently completing Honours.
  • Certified South African ID.
  • Updated CV.
  • Motivation letter.
  • Certified copies of additional degrees, where available.
  • Completed SAWS Full-Time Bursary Application Form.

2. BSc Honours Bursary Programme 2027

Reference Number: HONS:02/11/2027
Duration: One Year
Study Level: BSc Honours

Available Fields of Study

SAWS is offering full-time bursaries for students pursuing Honours qualifications in:

  • BSc Honours Meteorology.
  • BSc Honours Agrometeorology.
  • BSc Honours Oceanography.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must:

  • Hold a BSc Degree in Meteorology, Atmospheric Sciences, Agrometeorology, Oceanography or a relevant field.
  • Have confirmation from a university to study towards an eligible BSc Honours qualification.
  • Have Mathematics and Physics backgrounds where required for Agrometeorology or Oceanography.

Students currently completing their BSc qualifications may apply using their available academic results.

Bursary Benefits

  • Full tuition fees.
  • Monthly stipend for the duration of study.

Required Documents

  • Certified Matric certificate.
  • Certified BSc Degree certificate, if available.
  • Certified academic record.
  • First-semester third-year BSc results for students currently completing their degrees.
  • Certified South African ID.
  • Motivation letter.
  • Completed SAWS Full-Time Bursary Application Form.

3. Weather Observations Learnership 2027 – Grade 12

Reference Number: NCW:01/11/2027
Qualification: National Certificate in Weather Observation (SAQA ID 121790) or QCTO Occupational Qualification: Meteorological Technician
Location: SAWS Regional Training Centre, Pretoria
Duration: 12 Months
Starting Date: February 2027

Overview

SAWS is inviting applications from Grade 12 certificate holders for its Weather Observations Learnership Programme.

Successful applicants will undergo 12 months of training in weather observation and meteorological monitoring.

The programme is open to qualifying applicants from all South African provinces.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have a Grade 12 / Matric certificate with:

  • Mathematics: At least 50% (Mathematical Literacy is not accepted).
  • Physical Science: At least 50%.
  • English: At least 50%.

Driver’s Licence Requirement

A driver’s licence is not compulsory when applying.

However, successful learners are expected to obtain a valid driver’s licence at their own expense during the training year.

This is important because candidates who are appointed to regional SAWS offices after completing training may be required to work shifts.

Important: Completing the learnership does not guarantee employment.

Learnership Benefits

  • Monthly stipend for the 12-month training period.
  • Training in weather observation and meteorological technician skills.

Required Documents

  • Certified Matric certificate.
  • Certified South African ID.
  • Certified driver’s licence, if available.
  • Updated CV.
  • Motivation letter.
  • Certified copies of additional qualifications, if available.
  • Completed SAWS Full-Time Bursary Application Form.

APPLICATION PROCESS

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