Key facts
- Status
- Check with the provider
- Provider
- West Coast District Municipality
- Field of study
- Engineering, Civil Engineering, Financial Accounting, Auditing
- Academic year
- 2027
- Last checked
- September 2026
No 2027 call had been published when we checked, and the last dated listings were for 2021 to 2023.
VerifiedThe West Coast District Municipality covers towns from Vredendal to Malmesbury. With Provincial Treasury it has funded a few local students each year.
About the West Coast District Bursary
- Four bursaries of up to R60 000 each.
- Renewable for up to three years.
- With the Western Cape Provincial Treasury.
Eligibility requirements
- South African citizen with Matric.
- Living in the West Coast district.
- Full-time degree or diploma study.
- Good academic results.
How to apply
- Check westcoastdm.co.za for a bursary notice.
- Prepare your ID, results, proof of registration and residence.
- Apply before the closing date.
Closing date
No dated round since 2023.
Contact details
- West Coast District Municipality: westcoastdm.co.za
West Coast students should also see the Bergrivier Municipality bursary, the Saldanha Bay bursary and the Sea Harvest Foundation bursary.
FAQs
1. Is the West Coast District Municipality bursary open for 2027? +
No 2027 call had been published when we checked, and the last dated listings were for 2021 to 2023. Check the district's website and contact its offices.
2. What did it offer? +
Four bursaries of up to R60 000 each, renewable for up to three years with good results.
3. Who funded it? +
The West Coast District Municipality with the Western Cape Provincial Treasury.
4. Who qualified? +
South African citizens with Matric whose families live in the West Coast district, studying full-time at degree or diploma level.
5. Which areas are in the district? +
Matzikama, Cederberg, Bergrivier, Saldanha Bay and Swartland.
6. What if I don't hear back? +
Past adverts said to consider your application unsuccessful after 30 days without feedback.
Update note (checked September 2026): The West Coast District Municipality’s website shows no bursary call, and no 2027 closing date has been published. Source: westcoastdm.co.za.
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