John Davidson Educational Trust Bursaries 2025

January 27, 2025

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Bursary Description

John Davidson Educational Trust invites South African students to apply for Bursary Programme 2025.

Bursary Application Closing date is 07 February 2025.

The John Davidson Educational Trust is offering an exciting opportunity for students pursuing postgraduate studies in Engineering and Accounting for the 2025 academic year. Bursaries are available for students at Postgraduate Diploma, Honours, and Master’s levels at top South African universities. This is a fantastic chance for talented individuals who need financial support to continue their education and further their careers.

Eligible Universities:

  • University of Cape Town (UCT)
  • University of Witwatersrand (WITS)
  • University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN)
  • Rhodes University (RU)

Bursary Details:

  • Study Fields: Engineering and Accounting
  • Bursary Duration: 1 academic year
  • Universities: UCT, WITS, UKZN, and RU
  • Available for: Postgraduate Diploma, Honours, and Master’s levels

Eligibility Requirements:

To be considered for the John Davidson Educational Trust Bursary, applicants must meet the following criteria:

  1. Study Programme: You must be enrolled in a Postgraduate Diploma, Honours, or Master’s qualification in Engineering or Accounting in 2025.
  2. University Enrollment: You must be studying at one of the following universities in South Africa: UCT, WITS, UKZN, or RU.
  3. Academic Performance: You should have a strong academic record, with a minimum overall average of 60% in your undergraduate degree studies.
  4. Financial Need: You must demonstrate financial need to be eligible for the bursary.

How to Apply:

Follow these steps to submit your application for the bursary:

  1. Contact your Postgraduate Financial Aid Department at your university to confirm the application process.
  2. Write a motivational letter to the Trustees. (Make sure to check the application form for specific guidelines on writing the letter.)
  3. Prepare your Curriculum Vitae (CV).
  4. Download the Bursary Application Form for 2025 (.pdf) and complete sections 3 to 7.
  5. Gather the required supporting documents:
    • University transcript to date
    • Formal fee estimation of your course
    • Motivational letter (see page 12 of the application form for guidelines)
    • Curriculum Vitae
    • Signed Declaration and Consent (page 13 of the application form)
  6. Submit your completed application and all documents to your Postgraduate Funding Office at your university.

Closing Date for Applications:

  • 7 February 2025 (Applications submitted after this date will not be considered, so make sure to apply well before the deadline).