KZN Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs (EDTEA) Bursary

Fields of study

• Aeronautical Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering

Who can apply

• Be a South African citizen
• Reside within the KwaZulu-Natal province
• Be from a disadvantaged background
• Be between 15 and 34 years old
• Be currently in Matric or have completed Matric
• Be studying or intend on studying towards an undergraduate qualification, within one of the Engineering field listed above
• Be studying or have been accepted to study at the University of Witwatersrand or University of Pretoria
• Have a strong academic record

What the bursary covers

• Registration fees
• Tuition fees
• Accommodation
• Prescribed books
• Other study material
• Meals
• A monthly allowance

Documents you will need

• ID document (certified copy)
• Matric June results, if currently in Matric (Matric final results/ certificate to be emailed as soon as received) (certified copy)
• Matric certificate, if completed Matric (certified copy)
• Full academic record, if currently studying (on university letterhead)
• Proof of acceptance letter at WITS or UP, if available
• Motivational letter to support your application and state why you should be awarded the bursary (1 page (read our tips on how to write a motivational letter for your bursary application)
• Proof of residence in KwaZulu-Natal (municipal rates account statement, Police Affidavit, letter from traditional authority or local councillor)
• Parents or guardians ID documents (certified copies)
• Proof of guardianship, if applicable
• Parents or guardians proof of income (latest payslips if employed, affidavit if unemployed)
• Parents or guardians income and expense statement

Full bursary documents checklist

How to apply

1. Check the requirements

   Make sure you meet every requirement listed above. Applications that miss one are usually rejected automatically.

2. Prepare your documents

   Scan clear copies of everything the provider asks for, certified where required.

3. Apply through the official channel
   KZN EDTEA Bursary Application Form 2027

   Download and complete the KZN EDTEA Bursary Application Form 2027 (.pdf)

   Note: applications submitted via email will NOT be accepted.

4. Submit before the closing date

   Closes 30 October 2026. 30 October 2026 (at 16:00). Late applications are almost never accepted.

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Contact the bursary provider

• Email [email protected]
• Phone 060 565 3728

Contact the provider only with questions about this bursary. StudentBursaries.co.za does not process applications.

About KZN Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs (EDTEA)

The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs (EDTEA) drives economic growth and environmental management in the province.