Hygiene Bursaries 2025

Hygiene studies in South Africa have become increasingly important due to the country’s diverse population and varying socio-economic conditions.

These studies focus on understanding and addressing public health issues related to sanitation, disease prevention, and personal hygiene.

Career Opportunities in Hygiene 

There are various career paths within hygiene studies, including:

  1. Public Health Specialist
  2. Sanitation Engineer
  3. Environmental Health Officer
  4. Epidemiologist
  5. Health Educator
  6. Water Quality Analyst

Fields of Study

You will need Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree programs focusing on public health principles, epidemiology, biostatistics, and health policy.

Depending on the role, you may need certifications or qualifications such as:

  1. Registered Environmental Health Practitioner (REHP)
  2. Registered Public Health Specialist (RPH)
  3. Certified Water Quality Analyst (CWQA)
  4. Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES)
  5. Master of Public Health (MPH)

By pursuing a career in hygiene studies, you can contribute to improving public health and well-being in South Africa.

Hygiene Bursaries 

You may apply for any of the following:

  • City of Johannesburg Bursary
  • Kumba Iron Ore Bursary
  • Mediclinic Bursary
  • MQA Bursary
  • North West Provincial Government Bursaries
  • Northam Zondereinde Mine Bursary
  • Pilanesberg Platinum Mines (PPM) Bursary
  • Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships (QECS)