2027 KZN EDTEA Engineering Bursary

• Must be a resident of KwaZulu-Natal
• Must be from a disadvantaged background
• Must be between 15 and 34 years of age
• Must be accepted at Wits University or the University of Pretoria to study Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Civil Engineering. It is the student’s responsibility to seek admission with the institution.
• Must be a Grade 12 learner or a current undergraduate student

Required documents

Only fully completed application forms will be considered. Your application must indicate clearly which engineering discipline you are applying for. The following documents must accompany your application:

• One-page motivation letter explaining why you should be awarded the bursary
• Completed bursary application form
• Proof of residence in KwaZulu-Natal (statement of water, lights or rates, police affidavit, letter from a traditional authority or local councillor)
• Certified copy of the applicant’s ID
• Certified copy of parent or guardian’s ID
• Proof of guardianship
• June Grade 12 results and final Grade 12 results (to be emailed after they have been announced)
• Letter or communication from the tertiary institution confirming approved admission (Grade 12 applicants)
• Academic record if already registered at Wits or UP
• Parents or guardian’s proof of income (salary payslips, bank statements, or an affidavit confirming unemployment)