**EASTC Technocentric Varsity Engineering Bursary 2025 – Closing Date: 22 August 2025 – Apply Now!**
Hey future skilled professionals of South Africa! Are you ready to kickstart an exciting career in engineering and trades? We’ve got some amazing news for you from Bursaries Room!
The EASTC Technocentric Varsity Engineering Bursary 2025 is now open for applications! This isn’t your typical academic bursary; it’s a fantastic opportunity for South African youth to gain practical, in-demand skills through comprehensive learnerships and skills programmes. Get ready to dive into exciting fields like Welding, Electrical, Plumbing, and more, all thanks to a partnership between EASTC Technocentric Varsity and the Department of Employment and Labour.
If you’re in Gauteng and eager to build a solid future, keep reading because this could be your chance to get funded and gain valuable experience!
What is this EASTC Technocentric Varsity Bursary?
This “bursary” is actually a golden ticket to several Engineering and Trade Learnerships and Skills Programmes. These programs are designed to give you structured technical training combined with hands-on, on-the-job experience. It’s all happening in Kempton Park, Gauteng, preparing you for highly sought-after careers in various trades.
They’re looking to empower hundreds of young South Africans across these exciting fields:
- Electrician (200 beneficiaries – 12 Months Learnership)
- Plumber (300 beneficiaries – 13 Months Skills Programme)
- Boilermaker
- Civil Construction (300 beneficiaries – 13 Months Skills Programme)
- Air-Conditioning & Refrigeration (200 beneficiaries – 12 Months Learnership)
- Welding (200 beneficiaries – 12 Months Learnership)
Imagine gaining a scarce skill and boosting your employability – that’s what these programmes offer!
Who Can Apply?
Ready to see if you qualify? Here’s what you need to know:
- You must be a South African youth.
- You need to reside in Gauteng Province.
- There are NO age restrictions for these programmes – yes, you heard that right!
- People living with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Academic Requirements:
- For Welding, Air-Conditioning & Refrigeration, and Electrical Learnerships: You’ll need at least Grade 11 with Mathematics, OR a minimum Level 4 in Mathematical Literacy.
- For Building & Civil Construction and Plumbing Skills Programmes: A Grade 9 qualification is required. Preference will be given to applicants with relevant trade experience.
Documents You’ll Need:
Make sure you have these certified copies ready (and they must not be older than 3 months!):
- Your South African ID
- Your comprehensive CV (Curriculum Vitae)
- Your latest academic qualifications (e.g., matric certificate, previous N levels, etc.)
How to Apply?
Applying is straightforward, but pay close attention to the details to make sure your application stands out!
The closing date for applications is 22 August 2025 at 12:00 (midday) – don’t miss out!
You have two ways to submit your application:
1. Hand Delivery:
- Deliver your application in person to: 43 Maxwell Street, Kempton Park, Gauteng.
2. Email Application:
- Send your application to: projects@eastc.co.za
- Important Tip for Email: Use a clear subject line like “[Your Chosen Trade] Learnership Application – Your Full Name”. For example: “Welding Learnership Application – Thabo Mokoena”.
- Try to submit your documents as ONE clear PDF file per document type (e.g., one PDF for your ID, one for your CV, one for qualifications, and proof of residence if you have it).
A super important note: Your documents MUST be correctly certified (within the last 3 months). Incomplete, uncertified, or late applications will unfortunately be disqualified. Double-check everything before submitting!
If this sounds like the right path for you to gain valuable skills and kickstart your career, don’t wait — apply now! And remember, Bursaries Room is here to help you explore even more incredible funding opportunities for your future!
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