Bursary for university or TVET college . The bursary aims to assist financially needy students from host and labour-sending communities associated with South Deep, helping them achieve their educational aspirations.
Deadline: 31 January 2025
Bursary Coverage
Successful candidates will receive financial support covering the following:
- Full tuition fees for the duration of the study.
- Accommodation (both on-campus and off-campus options).
- Textbooks for academic use.
- Specialised equipment for certain fields of study (e.g., engineering, dentistry, architecture).
- Laptop allowance to aid in online and offline learning.
- Monthly stipend for 10 months to cover personal needs.
- Additional support such as personal development, mentorship, and tutoring (provided at the discretion of SDET Trustees).
Note: Recipients will also be encouraged to contribute to their communities by completing one week of vacation or volunteering work annually.
Eligibility Criteria – Bursary for university or TVET college
General Requirements:
- Applicants must come from low-income households with an annual household income of R350,000 or less.
- Applicants must reside in one of the following areas:
- South Deep host communities: Westonaria, Bekkersdal, Simunye, and Poortjie.
- Labour Sending Areas: KwaZulu-Natal, Limpopo, Eastern Cape.
- Applicants cannot be dependents of employees of Gold Fields, its divisions, or related entities, nor of Trustees of the South Deep Education Trust.
For Grade 12 Learners:
- Achieved a minimum average pass mark of 75% (excluding Life Orientation) in their National Senior Certificate.
- Provisionally accepted to study for a diploma or degree at a public university or TVET college in South Africa.
- Must not have any other form of funding for their tertiary studies.
For Current University/TVET College Students:
- First-time applicants: Must have an average pass mark of 65% in their most recent academic year. (Note: The Trust will not cover repeat modules, which are the applicant’s responsibility.)
- Returning SDET bursary holders: Must have passed their most recent year of study.
How to Apply – Bursary for university or TVET college
Interested candidates must submit their applications online via the South Deep Education Trust Bursaries Portal.
Important Documents:
Ensure you provide all required documentation as specified in the application process to avoid disqualification.
Important Notes
- The bursary program has limited slots and is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis to qualifying applicants.
- For further details, refer to the official SDET Bursary Advert here.