Applications for the 2015 Ekurhuleni Community Bursaries are open.
These bursaries are offered to women, people living with a disability or individuals from a disadvantaged background, who reside in the Ekurhuleni region.
The minimum requirements are a grade 12 certificate or current matric exam results.
Successful candidates will be expected to enter into a bursary agreement with the municipality.
“Candidates and those who comply with all the minimum requirements are encouraged to apply,” said Themba Gadebe, spokesman for the metro.
“Bursaries are open to suitably qualified and deserving candidates with a good academic track-record wishing to pursue full-time studies of bachelor degrees, national diplomas, certificates and accredited learning programmes from recognised and accredited higher education and training institutions.”
The following disciplines will be focused on:
- Science, engineering and built environment;
- Finance and commerce;
- Law (LLB);
- Humanities, health and environment management;
- Management;
- Vocational programmes and
- Information technology.
Application forms are available at all Ekurhuleni Customer Care Centres, libraries and clinics and should be returned on or before September 18.
No late, faxed or emailed application forms will be considered.
Contact the following personnel for more information:
- Busi Sibiya on 011 999-6339 or Busi.Sibiya@ekurhuleni.gov.za
- Norman Shongwe on 011 999-7852 or Norman.Shongwe@ekurhuleni.gov.za
- Princess Mathe on 011 999-7711 or Princess.Mathe@ekurhuleni.gov.za
- Matsie Molotsi on 011 999-6342 or Matsie.Molotsi@ekurhuleni.gov.za
- Colin Ramogale on 011 999-7747 or Colin.Ramogale@ekurhuleni.gov.za
- Morris Nkoana on 011 999-8602 or Morris.Nkoana@ekurhuleni.gov.za
Other bursaries presented by the metro:
Two Katlehong youngsters get scholarships
Top matric students to shine at the annual Academic Excellence Awards
