Bursaries 2025

African Rainbow Minerals (ARM) Bursary

Eligibility Criteria: South African citizens who have completed Matric, are studying at UCT, UP, SU, or NWU, entering their 2nd or higher year up to Honours level in 2025, with a strong academic record, and not currently receiving any other bursary funding.

Coverage: Registration fees, tuition fees, textbooks, laptop, accommodation in university residence, and meals for the entire duration of the study.

Application Process: Submit your application via email to armbrightsparks@arm.co.za with the required documents.

Deadline: 31 January 2025.

Contact: Email armbrightsparks@arm.co.za.

Additional Notes: Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 21 days after the closing date and may be required to attend a panel interview and partake in psychometric assessments before final selection.

AWS Skills Development Bursary

Eligibility Criteria: South African citizens with strong academic and leadership potential, achieving a minimum of 75% in Mathematics and 65% in English in Matric, and an overall average above 65% at the tertiary level.

Coverage: Tuition, accommodation (residence or private), subsistence, stationery, books, and a personal computer.

Application Process: Complete the application on StudyTrust’s online platform.

Deadline: 30 November.

Contact: Visit StudyTrust’s website for more information.

Additional Notes: The bursary prioritizes students with disabilities and is awarded based on merit and financial need for studies at select South African universities.

BANKSETA / UKZN Outstanding Student Debt Fund

The BANKSETA Higher Education Funding Window for the 2025 academic year invites public higher education institutions to apply for bursary funding aligned with the BANKSETA Sector Skills Plan (SSP).

Bankseta

Eligibility Criteria:

• Applicants: Public Universities, Universities of Technology, TVET Colleges, Community Education and Training Colleges, and Business Schools linked to public universities.
• Students: Both new (first-year) and continuing students enrolled in programmes supporting skills identified in the BANKSETA SSP.

Bursary Coverage (per learner per year):

• Tuition: R50,000
• Study Material: R10,000
• Accommodation: R45,000
• Living/Meal Allowances: R15,000
• Total Cap: R120,000

Application Process:

• Submission Deadline: 13 December 2024 at 16h30.
• Submission Method: Applications must be completed on BANKSETA templates and submitted both online and via email to hefw2024@bankseta.org.za. Attendance at the compulsory briefing session is required for online application training.
• Required Documents: Completed application form and application register.

Additional Information:

• Each funding window remains open for at least six weeks; late applications will not be accepted.
• Applications must support skills identified in the BANKSETA SSP, specifically those listed in Annexure 1: Sectorial Priority Occupations and Annexure 2: Emerging Occupations.
• Available budget will be allocated equitably among all qualifying applicants to ensure each institution is awarded the same amount.

For detailed guidelines and application forms, please refer to the official document: https://bankseta.org.za/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Funding-Window-Guidelines-for-Bursaries-Programme-2025-final.pdf

BEKA Schréder Bursary Overview:

Coverage:

Up to R75,000 for tuition, textbooks, accommodation, and meals.

Fields of Study:

• Accounting/Finance
• Human Resources
• Marketing
• Logistics/Supply Chain
• Information Technology
• Engineering.

Eligibility:

• South African citizens.
• Matric graduates or current Matric students.
• Full-time undergraduate studies at DHET-accredited institutions.
• Strong academic record.

Application:

• Complete the online application form or download it from the official site: https://za.schreder.com/sites/store25/files/2021-02/BEKA-Schreder-Bursary-Application-Form.pdf

• Deadline: Applications open by November 2023; close March 2024.

For queries, contact the Training Department at 011 238 0085 or email bursaries@beka-schreder.co.za.

Bridgestone Bursary

Bridgestone South Africa offers bursaries to support students pursuing studies in various fields. The bursary aims to assist academically deserving students with financial support for their tertiary education.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Applicants: South African citizens residing in Port Elizabeth.
• Academic Requirement: Minimum 60% average in the previous academic year.
• Fields of Study:
  • Business (Finance, Marketing, HR, Project Management)
  • IT
  • Engineering
  • Linguistics and Arts
  • Safety, Property Management, and Medical/Nursing
  • Law (LLB, BA Law, BCom Law)
  • Technical studies (N4-N6 qualifications)
• Enrollment: Must be accepted/registered at a South African tertiary institution.
• Funding: Available for both full-time and part-time students.
• Other Funding: Students receiving bursaries from other organizations are not eligible.

Bursary Coverage:

• Tuition fees
• Prescribed textbooks

Application Process:

Applicants must submit the following documents via email:

• Certified ID copy
• Latest academic records (on official letterhead)
• Proof of admission/registration (on official letterhead)
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Motivational letter (max 300 words)

Submission Email:
bsaf.HROrgDesign@bridgestone.co.za
Subject Line: PE 2025-2026 Bursary Application

Deadline:

12 April 2025
(Late applications will not be considered.)

Contact Information:

Phone: 011 923 7500
Email: bsaf.HROrgDesign@bridgestone.co.za

Siyanda Resources Bursaries 2025

Siyanda Resources (Pty) Ltd is offering bursaries for the 2025 academic year to support high-performing, financially needy students pursuing full-time studies in specific engineering and commerce fields.

Eligibility Criteria:

Full-time undergraduate students entering their first, second, or third year in 2025 (excluding final-year students). A minimum average of 60% in matric or current tertiary studies. South African citizens from previously disadvantaged backgrounds.

Fields of Study:

• Mining Engineering
• Rock Engineering (Geophysics or Geoscience)
• Metallurgical Engineering
• Geology
• Mechanical Engineering
• Commerce

Bursary Coverage:

• Full accommodation
• Registration and tuition fees
• Textbook allocation
• Learning materials and equipment as prescribed by the institution (excluding laptops and cellphones)

Application Requirements:

• Completed application form
• Proof of registration
• Certified copy of ID (not older than three months)
• Official academic records
• Proof of residence

Application Deadline:

• All applications must be submitted by 20 January 2025.

Submission Details:

• Please email your application to info@xsbconsulting.co.za, addressed to Mr. Bongani Thela.
• For more information, you can refer to the official bursary document: https://www.siyandaresources.com/_files/ugd/7e9495_d82babe52a1f4208b5968575a3898940.pdf