Closing Date: 02 February 2024
Gibela Transport Rail: Bursaries 2024
Gibela is inviting students to apply for their bursary programme, for the 2024 academic year.
Fields of study:
Bursaries will be awarded for studies at University, University of Technology and TVET College, within the following fields
University and University of Technology:
- Accounting
- Computer Science
- Electrical Engineering
- Electronic Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
- Information Technology
- Logistics Management
- Mechanical Engineering
- Metallurgical Engineering
- Supply Chain
TVET College:
- Boiler-makers
- Control and instrumentation technicians
- Electricians
- Fitters and Turners
- Mechanics
- Millwrights
- Pattern-makers
- Plumbers
- Vehicle-builders
- Welders
The bursary will provide cover for the following expenses:
- TVET students full tuition fees and a book allowance.
- University and University of Technology students full tuition fees, book allowance, accommodation and meals.
NB. Bursaries are granted for one year at a time and are renewed each year based on satisfactory academic performance.
Eligibility Requirements for the Bursary
Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying:
University and University of Technology students:
- You must be a South African citizen
- You must have completed Matric
- You must have achieved a minimum result of level 6 for Mathematics, Physical Science and Accounting in Matric
- You must have achieved a minimum result of level 5 for English in Matric
- You must be studying or intend on studying towards a qualification, in one of the fields listed above, in 2024
- You must be studying or have been accepted to study at a recognised and accredited University or University of Technology in South Africa
- You must have a strong academic record and be able to show potential for academic success
- You must be in financial need
- Current 1st and 2nd year students are encouraged to apply
TVET students:
- You must be a South African citizen
- You must have completed Matric
- You must have achieved a minimum result of level 4 for Mathematics, Science and English in Matric
- You must be studying or intend on studying towards a qualification, in one of the fields listed above, in 2024
- You must be studying or have been accepted to study at a recognised and accredited Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institution in South Africa
- You must have a strong academic record and be able to show potential for academic success
- You must be in financial need
- Current N3 and N4 students are encouraged to apply
How to Apply
Required Documents:
Students who meet the minimum eligibility criteria, can apply by submitting copies of the following supporting documentation:
- South African ID document (certified copy)
- Full academic record (certified copies)
- Short Curriculum Vitae
- Parents or guardians proof of income (latest payslips if employed/ affidavit if unemployed or informally employed/ proof of grant or pension if applicable) (certified copy)
- Proof of acceptance for admission from a TVET institution in South Africa (on institutions letterhead)
NB: there is no application form to be completed for this bursary application – students need only submit the list of above documents to apply.
Applications must be submitted in either of the following ways:
Via Email: gibelabursaries@communityrail.co.za (Insert the words “Gibela Bursary 2024 TVET” or “Gibela Bursary 2024 University” in the email subject line)
Fax: 086 246 2666
