Organisation : SIOC Community Development Trust (SIOC-CDT)
Scholarship Name : Bursary Fund 2025
Applicable For : Citizens who are residing in & originate from SIOC-CDT beneficiary communities
Applicable Country : South Africa
Last Date : 30th November 2024
Website : https://www.sioc-cdt.co.za/bursary-fund-2025/
What is SIOC-CDT Bursary Fund?
SIOC Community Development Trust (SIOC-CDT) invites learners and students to apply for the 2025 bursary funding for post-matric study. This funding opportunity is aimed at supporting the youth from our beneficiary communities to prepare for an economically sustainable livelihood. Our bursary fund covers the Registration and tuition fees, accommodation, prescribed study material, laptop, monthly stipend and assistive devices (to enhance learning) for those with disabilities. Last Date of application is 30th November 2024.
Related / Similar Bursary : SAIMI Sindiswa Carol ‘Tu’ Nhlumayo Merit Bursary 2024
Who Can Apply For SIOC-CDT Bursary Fund?
Only SA Citizens who are residing in and/or originate from SIOC-CDT beneficiary communities:
** Age of applicant must be less than 35 years by the closing date of the application;
** Accepted/provisionally accepted at the relevant Public Higher Education Institution for 2025 academic year;
** In financial need to fund under/postgraduate study with preference given to undergraduates.
** The combined household annual income should not be more than R600 000,00.
Note:
People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Qualifications to be prioritised (does not mean others should not apply):
| Qualification | Specialisation |
| Agriculture | ** Veterinary Science ** Crops and Livestock Production ** Environmental Studies ** Agricultural Economics ** Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering ** Food Technology. |
| Health and Clinical related Sciences | ** MBChB ** Pharmacy ** Dentistry ** Advanced EMS ** Nursing ** Chemical, Biological, Medical Lab Sciences ** Biochemistry |
| Education | ** BEd. FET Mathematics ** BEd. FET Physical Science ** BEd. Natural Sciences ** Economic and Management Science ** BEd. Foundation Phase ** BEd. Language ** BEd. Special Needs |
| Law | ** Bachelor of Laws (LLB). |
| Tourism | ** Hospitality Management ** Arts and Culture Heritage ** Ecotourism Management |
| Business Management and Economics | ** Accounting ** Economics ** Auditing and Tax ** Actuarial Science ** Statistics and Mathematics ** Project Management |
| Engineering and Sciences | ** Quantity Surveying ** Civil Engineering ** Architecture ** Geology ** Electrical Engineering ** Town Planning ** Environmental Health |
| Information Technology | ** Computer Sciences and Communication ** Software Development ** Data Science/Analytics ** Web Design and Development |
How To Apply For SIOC-CDT Bursary Fund?
Access a copy of the application form on our website (or) from our office in Kathu (or) from Thabazimbi Business Hub (or) from the nearest circuit office of the Department of Education (or) fill in the online application.
Apply Here : https://duxpd.co.za/sioc-cdt-2025-online-bursary-application-form/
Submit the completed application form to the Bursary Office with all the relevant supporting documents below:
** A certified copy of your South African ID;
** A copy of your latest academic results (Grade 12 June results OR Grade 12 Prelims results, University 1st semester results OR results transcript where application is for the 2nd year of studies onwards);
** A certified copy of your final NSC result if completed before 2024;
** Proof of acceptance or provisional acceptance or proof of application at a recognised higher public education institution (University/TVET/FET College;
** Recent proof of residence (not older than 3 months);
** Proof of income of Parent or Guardian (most recent payslip); or certified declaration of unemployment (not older than 3 months); or affidavit confirming you do not have parents/guardians; or SASSA Grant recipient certificate;
** Medical Certificate confirming type of disability (if applicable);
** Recent 3 months bank statement (reflecting income).
What is the Last Date of SIOC-CDT Bursary Fund?
Last Date of SIOC Community Development Trust (SIOC-CDT) Bursary Fund is 30th November 2024.