EThekwini Municipality: Bursaries 2024

EThekwini Municipality invites eligible South African students to submit applications for the Bursary Programme for the academic year 2024.

Bursary application closing date is 12 January 2024

The eThekwini Municipal Academy offers undergraduate bursaries for South African citizens pursuing specific fields of study at recognized public tertiary institutions. Here are the key details and steps for applying:

Bursary Overview:

• Application Period: Applications are open for the 2024/2025 academic year until the closing date on January 12, 2024.
• Reference Number: ETH231115-2
• Job Number: BURSARY2024
• Department: Outreach & Capacity Building
• Branch: Community Development Projects

About eThekwini:

• Location: eThekwini Metropolitan area, situated in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.
• Size: Spans approximately 2,555km², housing 3.9 million people.
• Economic Importance: Contributes significantly to KZN’s economy, with strengths in various sectors like manufacturing, finance, tourism, etc.
• Vision: Aiming to be Africa’s most caring and liveable City by 2030.

Available Study Fields:

The bursary covers undergraduate studies in the following fields:

• Electrical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Chemical Engineering
• Medical Officers (General and Occupational Health)
• Electronic Engineering
• Architects
• Quantity Surveyor
• Valuer

Bursary Coverage:

The bursary provides support for the following:

• Accommodation fees
• Tuition and examination fees
• Book allowance
• A once-off computer allowance in the second year of study (conditional upon compliance with the agreement)

Eligibility Requirements:

To qualify for the bursary, applicants need to meet these criteria:

• South African citizenship
• Completed Matric or currently in Matric
• Strong academic record
• Enrolled or planning to enroll full-time in one of the specified fields
• Studying or planning to study at a recognized South African public tertiary institution
• Acceptance to study in the mentioned qualifications

Applicants will undergo an assessment as part of the consideration process.

How to Apply:

• Preference: Preference is given to applicants who have completed at least their first year of studies at a recognized public institution. Include the full academic record.
• New Students: If starting studies in 2024, include proof of acceptance from a recognized South African public university and Matric results.

Click here to apply online for EThekwini Municipality: Bursaries 2024

Contact Information:

• Contact Name: eThekwini Municipal Academy / Nokulunga Sibiya / Wendy Shabalala
• Contact Telephone: 031 311 3192 / 031 322 7535 / 031 311 3924