The Gauteng Department of Social Development invites South African qualifying students to apply for Bursary Programme for 2025 academic year.
Bursary online application closing date is 29 November 2024
The Gauteng Department of Social Development (DSD) is offering bursaries for students residing in Gauteng who are passionate about the Social sector. This bursary program supports students studying in the following fields:
- Clinical Psychology
- Community Development
- Demography and Population Studies
- Financial Management
- Occupational Therapy
Purpose of the Bursary The primary aim of the bursary is to promote skills development and ensure quality education for academically excellent students in Gauteng.
Coverage of the Bursary The bursary will cover:
- Registration fees
- Tuition fees
- Prescribed books and study materials
Selection and Notification Candidates will be contacted within three months of the application deadline. If no response is received within this period, applicants should consider their application unsuccessful. Successful candidates must sign a contractual agreement with the Gauteng DSD.
Eligibility Criteria Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Be a South African citizen
- Have resided permanently in Gauteng for at least one year before applying
- Be in Matric or have completed Matric
- Be studying or planning to study full-time in 2025 in one of the specified fields
- Be enrolled or accepted at a recognized and accredited tertiary institution in South Africa
- Have a strong academic record
- Plan to pursue a career within the Social sector
- Not be a recipient of any other bursary funding
Encouraged Applicants The bursary is open to students of any race or gender, students with disabilities, and students leaving child and youth care facilities.
How to Apply Application forms can be collected and submitted at any Gauteng Social Development office or institution.
Required Documents Ensure that the following certified documents are submitted with your application:
- South African ID
- Matric certificate
- All completed educational qualifications
- Proof of acceptance or registration at a tertiary institution (on official letterhead)
- Motivational letter
- Proof of residence in Gauteng
- Parents/guardians’ proof of household income (latest payslips, affidavit if unemployed, or proof of SASSA grant/pension)
- IEC voting district verification printout
Important Note Submit all required documentation as incomplete applications may be disqualified.