Are you a South African student looking for financial assistance to pursue your tertiary education?
The Limpopo Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism (LEDET) Bursary Programme might be the perfect fit for you.
This bursary program does its best to support deserving students from disadvantaged backgrounds in achieving their academic goals.
About the LEDET Bursary
The LEDET Bursary provides comprehensive financial support to undergraduate students enrolled full-time at accredited universities or technical institutions in South Africa.
The bursary covers the following expenses:
- Registration fees
- Tuition fees
- Accommodation costs
- Meal allowances
LEDET Bursary Application Form
The LEDET Bursary application process is straightforward. Application forms are normally available on the LEDET website during the designated application period.
It is important to note that the LEDET website is currently under maintenance but here’s a general overview of the application process:
- Download the application form from the LEDET website (once available) or use the 2019 form as a reference.
- Carefully read through the eligibility criteria and selection process.
- Gather all the required supporting documents, such as certified copies of your ID, academic transcripts, proof of income, and an acceptance letter from your chosen institution.
- Complete the application form accurately and comprehensively.
- Submit your application form along with all supporting documents to the LEDET offices before the closing date.
LEDET Bursary Requirements
In order for you to be eligible for the LEDET Bursary, you must meet the following criteria:
- Be a South African citizen.
- Reside within the Limpopo Province.
- Come from a previously disadvantaged rural area.
- Have completed your matriculation or be in your final year of high school.
- Achieved a bachelor’s degree pass in your matriculation exams.
- Be enrolled or plan to enroll full-time in a field of study relevant to the Limpopo province’s development priorities. These fields may include:
- Nature Conservation
- Environmental Sciences/Management
- Botany/Aquatic/Terrestrial Ecology
- Environmental Law
- Tourism Management
- Food Operations Management
- Eco-Tourism
LEDET Bursary Closing Date
The application deadline for the LEDET Bursary falls on 20 December every year. Be sure to check the LEDET website for the exact dates once applications reopen.
While the LEDET website is under maintenance, you can still contact the department via telephone for any enquiries:
- Mopani: 015-812 0365/7402
- Capricorn: 015 -297 3839
- Waterberg: 014-717 1055
- Sekhukhune: 015-633 5220/5104
- Vhembe: 015-9624722
Remember, this information is based on previous years and it may change. So I advise that you consult the LEDET website for the most up-to-date details once it’s functional again.