Drakenstein Municipality Bursaries 2024 | How to Apply

Drakenstein Municipality Bursaries

Drakenstein Municipality invites South African students to apply for the 2024 Bursary Programme.

Fields of Study Covered:

Bursaries are available for the following fields:

Civil Engineering,
Mechanical Engineering
Electro-Technical Engineering
Town and Regional Planning,
Local Economic Development and Tourism;
Architectural Technology,
Environmental,
Water/Wastewater, Solid Waste;
Financial Management,
Accounting,
Auditing
Diesel Mechanics
Welding
Building Construction
Plumbing
Electrical-Heavy Current
Community and Social Development;
Sports Administration,
Public Administration
Human Resources
Public Management
Traffic Management
Law Enforcement
Firefighting
Accredited Skills Programmes (offered by accredited Learning Providers) e.g. Hairdressing, Welding, Painting, Grass cutting, Digger-loader, etc.

Eligibility Requirements:

Before applying, ensure you meet the minimum entry criteria:

Age between 18 and 35
Permanent residency within the Drakenstein Municipal area (Gouda, Paarl, Saron, Simondium, or Wellington)
Full-time enrollment or intention to enroll in one of the specified fields of study in 2024
Application or admission to a recognized and accredited Higher Education and Training institution in South Africa

How to Apply

To apply for the Drakenstein Municipality Bursary, follow these steps:

Ensure your application includes clear copies of the following supporting documents:

Certified copy of your ID document
Certified copy of your most recent academic results (June or September 2023)
Proof of application or admission at a recognized Higher Education and Training institution (on institutional letterhead)
Details of your course of study, including duration, scope, tuition fees, and banking details (on institutional letterhead)
Certified copy of a Drakenstein Municipality utility bill as proof of residence
Proof of income for parents or guardians (latest payslips if employed, certified copy/affidavit from SAPS if unemployed, or proof of grant or pension if applicable)

Applications can be submitted via email or hand delivery:

Email to: ExternalBursaries@drakenstein.gov.za or RuralBursaries@drakenstein.gov.za (Insert “Drakenstein Municipality Bursary 2024” in the email subject line).

Hand Delivery at Human Resources Division – Training and Development, Civic Centre, Bergiver Boulevard, Ground Floor, Corporate Services.