Description
KZN EDTEA: Aeronautical Engineering bursaries for 2021
KZN EDTEA is offering six (6) bursaries to KwaZulu-Natal Grade 12 learners from disadvantaged backgrounds to pursue studies in Aeronautical / Mechanical Engineering with the University of Pretoria or Wits University for the year 2021 academic year.
Selection Criteria:
- KwaZulu-Natal Residents and South African citizens;
- The applicant must be from a disadvantaged background and preferably from rural areas;
- The student must be accepted by the University of Pretoria or Wits University to study in the Aeronautical Engineering programme;
- Only selected candidates within the 15-34 years age cohort will be accepted.
Requirements:
- Grade 11 end of year and Grade 12 reports;
- A brief motivation will be required explaining why the bursary is required;
- Completed bursary application form
- Proof of residence in KwaZulu-Natal (e.g. Statement of Water, lights, Rates);
- Parents/Guardian Certified copy of Identity Card;
- Applicant’s are expected to forward their acceptance letters upon receiving them from the University of Pretoria or Wits university; and
- Parents or Guardians proof of Income documentation (Salary payslips, bank statements, etc.) or a letter from the Department of Labour or an affidavit from parent’s stating that they are unemployed.
The Bursary:
- Covers tuition fees, residential, prescribed books, food and allowance.
- The bursary is renewable every year depending on the academic performance of the student.
- Closing date for submission of applications is strictly on the 28th February 2021 (No late applications will be accepted).
How to Apply
Download Bursary Application Form
NB. Fully completed application forms must clearly state Aeronautical Engineering Bursary Programme.
Submit Applications to:
Posted at the address below:
Attention: Aeronautical Engineering-Bursary Programme
Ms C. Singh
Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs,
Private Bag X 9152,
Pietermaritzburg,
3200
Or
Hand Delivered To:
Attention: Aeronautical Engineering-Bursary Programme
Ms C. Singh
Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs, 270 Jabu Ndlovu Street, Pietermaritzburg 3201.
Closing date: 28 February 2021
Enquiries:
Mr Mfanafuthi Sikhakhane
Tel: 033 264 2635
Cell: 076 928 0686
Email: [email protected]