Esri South Africa Bursary 2025 – 2026

Esri South Africa Bursary

ABOUT THE COMPANY – ESRI SOUTH AFRICA

Esri are global leaders in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and have held this position for over 20 years. They build the most powerful mapping and spatial analytics software in the world, which operates multiple devices, with a scientific-based approach to solving problems in real time.

Esri South Africa is the only distributor of ESRI Arc GIS products in Southern Africa. Esri South Africa College offers a variety of training modules in GISc|T, to ensure learners keep updated with the latest GIS technology.

ABOUT THE ESRI SOUTH AFRICA BURSARY PROGRAMME – FIELDS COVERED

Esri South Africa is inviting students who matriculated in 2020 or 2021, to apply for a bursary award for the 2023 academic year.. The bursary will cover studies towards a Diploma in Geoinformation Science and Technology (GIS), accredited by the South African Geomatics Council, at the Esri South Africa College in Midrand.

Bursary recipients will also work part-time at the company when required, where they may work on projects which include: database services, cartography, implementation services, educational services, client solutions, consulting services, or applications development teams – this will ensure that students stay up-to-date with the latest technology and have the necessary practical skills to enter the working world.

MORE BOUT THE ESRI SOUTH AFRICA BURSARY PROGRAMME – COVERAGE VALUE

Bursaries will be awarded to 5 candidates, who will receive full cover for their course fees, for the entire duration of study. Students will also receive cover for textbooks and study materials, however, the cost of accommodation and travels will be for the student’s own account.

After completing the Diploma qualification, students may be offered employment at Esri South Africa. Graduates will also register as a GISc Technician with the South African Geomatics Council.

ABOUT THE GIS DIPLOMA AT ESRI SOUTH AFRICA

During the course of their studies, students will learn how to plan, build and implement geographical information systems and GIS projects. Learners will attend 36 course modules, and thereafter will be able to perform the following duties (in line with a GIS Specialist duties):

acquire data for use in a GIS
edit data
analyze data
share results (either as hard copy maps or on the web)

The course modules include theoretical and practical elements of geo-information science and technology. Students will learn via a mixture of distance learning, virtual compulsory practical sessions and virtual practical fieldwork.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE ESRI SOUTH AFRICA BURSARY

Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying (please note that failure to satisfy all the requirements will lead to your application not being considered):

You must have completed Matric in 2020 or 2021
You must have achieved between 65% and 100% for Mathematics in Matric
You must intend on studying towards a Geoinformation Science and Technology (GIS) Diploma qualification
You must intend on studying at Esri South Africa College
You must be willing and able to reside in Gauteng, for the full duration of your studies
You must be able to complete your studies in 2 years
You must be interested in gaining practical experience in the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) industry
You must be hardworking and keen to learn
You must be open mind
You must have a positive attitude
You must be curious and inquisitive
You must have strong problem-solving skills
You must have strong ethical values

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HOW TO APPLY FOR THE ESRI SOUTH AFRICA BURSARY

Applications must be submitted online at: Esri South Africa Bursary Application 2022

Applicants will be required to submit a copy of their Matric National Senior Certificate, along with the online application.

CLOSING DATE FOR THE ESRI SOUTH AFRICA BURSARY

30 November 2021.
(Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted – please apply before the closing date to ensure your application is considered.)

CONTACT THE BURSARY PROVIDER

For any queries related to this bursary programme, please contact Esri South Africa directly:
Head Office: Midrand
Tel: 011 238 6300
Email: info@esri-southafrica.com

Esri South Africa Bursary 2025 – 2026