Fields of Study Eligible for Bursary:
- Agricultural Engineering
- Bio-Resource Engineering
Expenses Covered:
The bursary will cover:
- Registration fees
- Tuition fees
- Prescribed textbooks
- Accommodation and meals
Obligations:
- Bursary recipients are required to work for the Eastern Cape Department of Rural Development and Agrarian Reform (DRDAR) for a period equivalent to their funded study time. This is part of their contractual obligation.
- The bursary will NOT cover any outstanding student debt.
Eligibility Criteria:
To qualify for the bursary, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- South African citizenship.
- Unemployed status.
- Completion of Grade 12/Matric/NCV with Mathematics and Physical Science.
- Must be studying or intending to study in one of the eligible fields (Agricultural Engineering or Bio-Resource Engineering).
- Youth with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
- Must be studying at or accepted by a recognized tertiary institution in South Africa.
- Household income must not exceed:
- R350 000 per annum (for general applicants),
- R600 000 per annum (for applicants with disabilities).
- Preference will be given to unemployed youth from the Eastern Cape, although students from other provinces are also welcome to apply.
Required Documents:
The following documents must be submitted along with the completed application:
- Certified copy of ID document.
- Matric certificate or latest matric results (certified copy).
- Full academic record (if currently studying).
- Proof of admission or provisional admission from a registered higher education institution.
- Proof of residence (less than 3 months old).
- Parent/guardian ID documents.
- Proof of household income (latest payslips, affidavit if unemployed, proof of pension or grant if applicable).
- Details of any other bursaries or sponsorships currently received (if applicable).
CLOSING DATE: 24/01/2024