Oudtshoorn Municipality Bursary | Application Form, Eligibility Requirement and Closing Date

The Oudtshoorn Municipality Bursary is a needs-based bursary program designed to assist financially challenged students from the Greater Oudtshoorn area.

The bursary covers tuition fees and a portion of living expenses for successful applicants, thereby easing the financial burden that usually comes with pursuing higher education.

About the Oudtshoorn Municipality Bursary

This initiative aligns with the municipality’s commitment to promoting educational advancement and empowering its residents.

The bursary program prioritizes fields of study that will contribute to the municipality’s needs and future development. These fields include:

1. Agriculture and Rural Development
2. Engineering and Infrastructure
3. Education and Social Services
4. Tourism and Hospitality
5. Information Technology and Communication
6. Healthcare

Application Form for the Oudtshoorn Municipality Bursary

Interested students can apply for the Oudtshoorn Municipality Bursary online through the municipality’s official website or by downloading the application form and submitting it physically to the Municipal Office at the following address:

P.O. Box 255
Oudtshoorn
6620
(Attention: Ms M Ayford, Senior HR Officer: Skills Development or Mrs Rayline January Snr Clerk: Skills Development & EPA).

Required documents for the application:

1. Completed application form
2. Certified copy of your ID document
3. Matric certificate or latest academic results
4. Proof of residence within the Greater Oudtshoorn Municipality
5. Acceptance letter from a SAQA-accredited tertiary or vocational institution (if applicable)
6. Proof of financial need (e.g., parents’ income tax returns)
7. A motivational letter outlining your academic goals and career aspirations

Please note that applications submitted through email or Fax will not be considered.

The closing date for applications for the 2024 intake has passed.

However, you can still keep an eye out for the announcement of the next application cycle on the municipality’s website or Bursaries Africa’s social media pages.

Oudtshoorn Municipality Bursary Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for the Oudtshoorn Municipality Bursary, you must meet the following requirements:

1. Be a South African citizen or permanent resident
2. Reside within the boundaries of the Greater Oudtshoorn Municipality, including rural areas
3. Be enrolled in or have completed Matric
4. Be studying or intend to study full-time towards a recognized qualification in one of the fields listed above at a SAQA-accredited tertiary or vocational institution
5. Not be receiving a full bursary from another institution
6. Have a good academic record
7. Demonstrate financial need

Oudtshoorn Municipality Bursary Closing Date

As mentioned previously, the deadline for applications for the 2024 intake has passed.

However, the next application cycle is likely to open sometime in the second half of 2024.

I recommend checking the municipality’s website or official social media pages regularly for updates and announcements.

For any inquiries regarding the Oudtshoorn Municipality Bursary, you can contact the municipality’s Financial Aid Department:

1. Ms Maxine Ayford (Senior HR Officer: Skills Development)

Email: [email protected]

Tel: 044 203 3046

2. Mrs Rayline January (Senior Clerk: Skills Development & EPA)

Email: [email protected]

Tel: 044 203 3043.

The Oudtshoorn Municipality Bursary offers a valuable opportunity for students from the Greater Oudtshoorn area to pursue their academic dreams without the burden of financial constraints.

If you meet the eligibility criteria, I encourage you to apply for the bursary in the next application cycle.

Remember to check the municipality’s website for updates and announcements regarding the opening date.