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KwaZulu-Natal Government Bursary 2025

Provided by:KwaZulu-Natal Government

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Description

The KwaZulu-Natal Government is offering a bursary program for the 2025 academic year, aimed at students residing in the KwaZulu-Natal province. This initiative covers a variety of fields, primarily within engineering and agriculture. Key fields of study include Construction Studies, Agricultural Engineering, and Civil Engineering, among others. The bursary provides comprehensive financial support, including tuition fees, meals, accommodation, and textbooks. Additionally, successful bursars will enter into a contract with the KZN government to ensure they serve the relevant department for a duration equal to their study period. Applicants must meet several eligibility criteria, including age restrictions, residency, and a commitment to full-time undergraduate studies at recognized South African institutions. The program encourages applications from youth with disabilities and specifies a clear closing date of February 28, 2025, after which late submissions will not be considered. Interested candidates can obtain application forms from various locations like education districts and municipal offices, along with a list of required documentation to be submitted for their application to be deemed valid.

Funding & Program Benefits

tuition fees

meals or stipend

accommodation

prescribed textbooks

Eligibility Requirements

  • Age between 18 and 35 years old
  • Reside within the KwaZulu-Natal province
  • Completed Matric
  • Studying or intend to study full-time towards an undergraduate qualification in the listed fields in 2025
  • Accepted to study at a recognised public tertiary institution
  • Preference for students pursuing studies in KwaZulu-Natal
  • Youth with disabilities are encouraged to apply

Required Documents

  • ID document (certified copy)
  • Matric certificate (certified copy)
  • Most recent results/transcripts (certified copy)
  • Proof of registration or acceptance at a public institution
  • Parents or guardians ID documents (certified copies)
  • Proof of household income and expenses
  • Proof of residence in KwaZulu-Natal (from a ward councillor)
  • Profiling certificate, if applicable (certified copy)

Key Details

Application Deadline

Feb 28, 2025

Fields of Study

Construction Studies / Management

Agricultural Engineering (BSc)

Industrial Engineering (National Diploma)

Vet Technologist (National Diploma)

Veterinary Science (BVSc)

Civil Engineering (BSc)

Transport and Logistics (Degree)

Transport Economics (Degree)

Marine Engineering (BSc)

Maritime Studies (Degree)

Study Levels

undergraduate

Submission Information

Support Information

For any queries or support regarding this opportunity, please use the contact details below:

Department of Human Settlements: Mrs CA Govender (Tel: 031 336 5173), Ms MP Phama (Tel: 031 336 5195), Ms X Bhengu (Tel: 031 336 5380), Ms T Hlophe (Tel: 031 319 3700). Department of Agriculture and Rural Development: Mr TE Majola (Tel: 033 343 8022 or Mobile: 076 940 9526), Mrs Z Mthembu (Tel: 035 780 6727 or Mobile: 064 305 8019), Ms NNT Khambula (Tel: 033 355 9272 or Mobile: 076 937 7373). Department of Transport: Nomasonto Gwananda (Tel: 033 355 8828), Nokwabelwa Ngcobo (Tel: 033 355 8084).