The City of Cape Town’s 2024 Annual Bursary Opportunities

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The City of Cape Town is providing annual bursary opportunities for the year 2024 to help ambitious students pursue their studies. This financial support will alleviate the financial burden and encourage eligible Cape Town residents to achieve their academic goals.

Eligibility and Benefits

These external bursaries are offered to students who are registered at accredited academic institutions in South Africa. The program covers the costs of registration, examinations, and class fees for formal studies. The application period will remain open until Friday, 8 September 2023.

To qualify for this bursary, applicants must meet specific criteria, including being South African citizens residing within the boundaries of Cape Town, possessing their Grade 12 final or mid-year results with an average of 65% or higher, and providing a copy of their academic transcript from their first, second, or third year of study.

Applicants should be registered for full-time study at an accredited tertiary institution, pursuing an undergraduate or postgraduate qualification in one of the approved City of Cape Town scarce skills fields of study.

The bursaries also include capped allowances for study aid, transport, and meals. In some cases, the City may also cover a capped residence allowance, subject to available funding.

Applying for the Bursary

Interested Cape Town residents can download an application form from the City of Cape Town’s official website or obtain a physical form from any City library or walk-in centre. Completed forms and necessary supporting documentation must be submitted to any of the walk-in centres by the application deadline on 8 September 2023.

However, the external financial assistance program is not available to City employees or students who already receive some form of financial aid.

City of Cape Town’s Scarce Skills List for 2024

The City of Cape Town’s Scarce Skills List for 2024 encompasses a wide range of fields, such as accounting, engineering, environmental sciences, renewable energy, and urban design.

Purpose of the Bursary

Alderman Theresa Uys, the City’s Mayoral Committee Member for Corporate Services, emphasized the significance of this program in shaping the city’s future workforce. She noted that many bursary recipients eventually join the City of Cape Town team, applying their newfound knowledge and skills in their respective fields.

Further Assistance and Support

For more information on the City of Cape Town’s career assistance and skills development programs, residents can visit their official website. Alternatively, those without internet access can visit their local library to access SmartCape or visit a local subcouncil office, where staff members can assist in registering for the City’s Jobseekers database and highlight available opportunities.

This external bursary initiative offers a remarkable opportunity for Cape Town’s bright and dedicated students, fostering the development of skilled professionals who can contribute to the growth and prosperity of the city. Seize this chance to embark on an exciting academic journey, supported by the City of Cape Town’s unwavering commitment to education and success.

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