SIOC Community Development Trust (SIOC-cdt) Bursary: Complete Application Guide

If you’re looking for financial aid to pursue your studies, the SIOC Community Development Trust (SIOC-CDT) offers bursaries. 

This is your chance to get funding for a wide range of fields, from engineering to medicine, and build a strong future.

SIOC-CDT Bursary Details

Bursary Name: SIOC Community Development Trust (SIOC-CDT) Bursary 2025

Provider: SIOC Community Development Trust (SIOC-CDT)

Eligible Fields:

• Agriculture: Veterinary Science, Crops and Livestock Production, Environmental Studies, Agricultural Economics, Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering, Food Technology.
• Health & Clinical Sciences: MBChB, Pharmacy, Dentistry, Advanced EMS, Nursing, Chemical, Biological, Medical Lab Sciences, Biochemistry.
• Education: B Ed. FET Mathematics, B Ed. FET Physical Science, B Ed. Natural Sciences, Economic and Management Science, B Ed. Foundation Phase, B Ed. Language, B Ed. Special Needs.
• Business & Economics: Accounting, Economics, Auditing and Tax, Actuarial Science, Statistics and Mathematics, Project Management.
• Engineering & 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.
• Tourism & Arts: Hospitality Management, Arts and Culture Heritage, Ecotourism Management.
• Law: Bachelor of Laws (LLB).

Application Deadline: 17th January 2025

Funding Amount: Covers tuition, books, and possibly other study-related expenses.

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About the Bursary Provider 

The SIOC Community Development Trust (SIOC-CDT) aims to support the youth from its beneficiary communities (Gamagara, Ga-Segonyana, Joe Morolong, Tsantsabane, and Thabazimbi) in achieving an economically sustainable future. 

The bursary is targeted at students who require financial assistance to pursue under or postgraduate studies.

SIOC-CDT Bursary Eligibility Requirements 

To qualify for the SIOC-CDT Bursary, applicants must:

1. Be residing in and/or originate from SIOC-CDT beneficiary communities.
2. Be 35 years old or younger by the closing date of the application.
3. Be accepted/provisionally accepted at a Public Higher Education Institution for the 2025 academic year.
4. Demonstrate financial need to fund their studies, with preference given to undergraduate students.
5. Have a combined household annual income not exceeding R600,000.
6. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

How to Apply 

You must submit the following supporting documents:

1. Certified copy of South African ID.
2. Latest academic results (Grade 12 June/Prelims, university 1st-semester results, or transcript for continuing students).
3. Certified copy of final NSC result (if completed before 2024).
4. Proof of acceptance/provisional acceptance or application at a recognized higher public education institution (University/TVET/FET College).
5. Proof of residence (not older than 3 months).
6. Proof of income of Parent/Guardian (recent payslip), certified declaration of unemployment, an affidavit confirming orphan status, or SASSA Grant recipient certificate.
7. Medical certificate confirming the type of disability (if applicable).
8. Recent 3-month bank statement reflecting income.

Application Deadline & Contact Details 

The second round of applications is now closed. It ended on 17th January 2025. 

If you applied during the first application window, you do not need to reapply, as your initial application will still be considered.

This SIOC-CDT bursary is an opportunity for students from these beneficiary communities.  

It’s a solid step towards achieving your academic goals and contributing to your community’s future.