Richards Bay Industrial Development Zone (RBIDZ): Bursaries 2024

The RBIDZ (Richards Bay Industrial Development Zone) Bursary is aimed at students within the King Cetshwayo District in KwaZulu-Natal pursuing undergraduate studies in specific fields.

Fields of study:

The Bursary will provide funding for but not limited to the following fields of study:

• Civil Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Chemical Engineering
• Metallurgical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Information Technology
• Information Management Systems
• Computer Science
• Computer and Data Science
• Architectural Studies
• Construction Studies
• Property Development
• Architectural Technology
• Town & Regional Planning
• Economics / Economic Development
• Accounting
• Internal Auditing
• Business Management
• Agriculture Economics
• Agriculture Engineering
• Please note: If your field is not listed here, Please specify on the Bursary Application Form which field you are applying for.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Applicants must be South African citizens.
• Must reside within the King Cetshwayo District, KwaZulu-Natal.
• Applicants must be from a previously disadvantaged background.
• Currently in Matric (in 2023) or completed Matric.
• Minimum level 5 in English, Mathematics, Physical Science, Accounting, and Economics in Matric.
• Pursuing full-time studies in listed fields at recognized South African universities.
• Must demonstrate financial need.