What are the requirements of Gibela Bursary

Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry requirements before applying.
TVET students:

  • You must be a South African citizen
  • You must be currently in Matric in 2022 or 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 2023
  • 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

University and University of Technology students:

  • You must be a South African citizen
  • You must be currently in Matric in 2022 or 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 of result 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 2023
  • 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

Please note that failure to satisfy all the requirements will lead to your application not being considered.