ATNS Bursary 2025 – The Air Traffic and Navigation Services (ATNS Bursary 2025) is offering 2 types of bursaries for 2025, for students to train toward a career in the aviation industry. The ATNS Bursary 2025 aims to develop skills in ATS flight planning, Communications, NOTAM, and Static and dynamic data management. If you want to apply for the ATNS Bursary, please continue reading this article to find out how to apply.

About ATNS

Air Traffic and Navigation Services SOC Limited is an agency that actively leads in providing air traffic management, navigation services, training, and related services in South Africa. Its expertise benefits a considerable portion of the Southern Indian and Atlantic Ocean regions.

The company aims to become the best supplier of Air Traffic Management solutions in Africa the continent’s select global markets.

The ATNS Aviation Training Academy (ATA) offers comprehensive Air Traffic Services and Engineering Training to its employees, along with aviation and safety courses throughout Africa and the Middle East.

ATNS Bursaries South Africa 2025

ATNS extends an invitation to candidates to apply for their bursary programs for the academic year 2025.

N/B: ATNS provides two types of bursaries to support candidates in pursuing a career in the aviation industry:

1. The Air Traffic Services Officer (ATSO) Bursary: This Bursary supports individuals who play a crucial role in supporting Air Traffic Controllers by handling various tasks like responding to phone calls and utilizing radio transceivers for air traffic-related activities.
2. The Target Generating Officer (TGO) Bursary: This focuses on supporting operational training by creating simulated live scenarios for controllers, aimed at improving and sustaining their Air Traffic Control (ATC) skills.

Responsibilities: 

Students awarded with this bursary will have the responsibility of creating and programming training exercises to align with live operational environments. 

• They are in charge of maintaining operational data and documentation to ensure preparedness for disaster recovery.
• Additionally, bursary students will take part in training for new operational technology, systems, and procedures earmarked for deployment.

ATNS training program phases

• Core Content Course: This is A 21-week theory-based foundation course. The training center is at ATA in Gauteng.
• ATS Rating Course: This is a practical-based course that complements theory training. Its training center is in Gauteng.
• ATS Validation: This is a practical module of on-the-job training. The training center is at OR Cape Town International Airport or Tambo International.

Scholarship Incentives:

• Accommodation by the ATNS ATA at a guest lodge
• Transportation to and from the ATNS ATA, based on study and practical requirement
• Monthly allowance
• Provision of meals, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner each day
• 10 days allocated for non-academic activities, as determined by the study program coordinator

Eligibility Criteria 

To qualify for the Air Traffic Services Officer (ATSO) Bursary:

• You must be a citizen of South Africa.
• You have to be 18 years or older at the commencement of your studies.
• You should be currently in Matric (in 2023) or have successfully completed Matric.
• A minimum result of HG “D” or SG “C” for pure Mathematics and English in Matric is important.
• Willingness to relocate anywhere in South Africa.
• You must be medically fit.
• Students with disabilities are to apply and will receive preference by the Employment Equity Plan.
• Students from designated groups, as in the Employment Equity Act of 1998, can apply.

Qualification for the Target Generating Officer (TGO) Bursary

• You must be a South African Citizen

• You have to be 18 years or older at the commencement of your studies.
• You should be currently enrolled in Matric (in 2023) or have successfully completed Matric.
• Attained a minimum result of HG “D” or SG “C” for pure Mathematics and English in Matric.
• Medically fit candidates are eligible.
• Willingness to relocate anywhere in South Africa is important.
• Students with disabilities are encouraged to apply. 
• Candidates from designated groups, as per the Employment Equity Act of 1998, are encouraged to submit their applications.

How To Apply?

Students must submit their applications online at:

• ATNS Air Traffic Services Officer (ATSO) Bursary Application 2025 (Reference no: atns_000402)
• ATNS Target Generating Officer (TGO) Bursary Application 2025 (Reference no: atns_000403)

Documents Required

• Certified copy of your ID document
• Certified copy of your Matric certificate

Bursar Selection Process

The bursary selection process includes:

• evaluating personality
  
• ability tests
• a panel interview,
  
• mandatory medical assessment, and verification. 

Successful candidates will receive an offer for a bursar contract. Upon admission, the bursar enters into a fixed-term deal. The assignment is contingent upon vacancy availability and aligns with ATNS’ Recruitment Policy.

CLOSING DATE

The closing date for the bursary application for 2025 is 8 November 2024.

Contact the Bursary Provider
For any queries related to this bursary programme, please contact the Air Traffic and Navigation Services directly:
Head Office – Tel: 0860 2867 26