TCTA Bursary South Africa 2022 – 2023

 

ABOUT THE BURSARY PROVIDER – TCTA

Trans-Caledon Tunnel Authority (TCTA), situated in Centurion, is a state-owned entity for bulk water supply development. The company’s goal is to be a market leader for the supply of sustainable water and to facilitate water security (by the means of planning, financing and implementing the process of raw water infrastructure) in their region.

The company was first established in order to become a purpose vehicle to carry out the Lesotho Highlands Water Project. Services carried out by the company include: Project Design, Project Management, Treasury Management, Knowledge Management, Debt Management, Bulk raw water infrastructure implementation, Structuring and raising Project Finance.

Some of TCTA’s flagship projects include: the Lesotho Highlands Water Project; the Metsi Bophelo Borehole Project; the Vaal River Eastern Subsystem; the Olifants River Water Resources Development Project; Berg Water Project in Franschhoek; the Komati Water Scheme Augmentation Project; the Mooi-Mgeni Transfer Scheme; the Mokolo Dam and the Acid Mine Drainage.
 

ABOUT THE TCTA BURSARY PROGRAMME – FIELDS COVERED

Trans-Caledon Tunnel Authority (TCTA) is inviting students to apply for their bursary programme, for the 2023 academic year.

Bursaries will be awarded to 10 academically deserving students, from previously disadvantaged backgrounds, for studies towards the following undergraduate degree qualifications:

  • Economics / Financial Management / Treasury & Investment / Commercial / any related numerate degree (BCom) (2 bursaries will be awarded)
  • Civil Engineering / Electrical Engineering (Controls & Instrumentation) / Mechanical Engineering / Chemical Engineering (BSc or BEng) (4 bursaries will be awarded)
  • Environmental Science / Environmental Management / Environmental Law (BSc or BTech) (4 bursaries will be awarded)

 

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MORE ABOUT THE TCTA BURSARY PROGRAMME – COVERAGE VALUE & SELECTION PROCESS

www.zabursaries.co.za is committed to keeping you up to date with the latest bursary opportunities, and this article covers all details about the TCTA Bursary.

The bursary will provide coverage for the following expenses: registration fees, tuition fees, prescribed books, learning tools, accommodation, meals and a monthly allowance for living expenses.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by TCTA and invited to attend an interview.
 

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE TCTA BURSARY

Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying (please note that failure to satisfy all the requirements will lead to your application not being considered):

  • You must be a South African citizen
  • You must be under 35 years old
  • You must have completed Matric with a tertiary institution entrance
  • You must have achieved a minimum result of 60% for English, Science and Mathematics in Matric
  • You must be studying or intend on studying full time towards one of the undergraduate degree qualifications listed above
  • You must be studying or accepted to study at a recognised and accredited tertiary institution in South Africa
  • You must have achieved a minimum result of 65% for all major subjects, if currently studying
  • You must be from a previously disadvantaged background
  • You must have a total household income of less than R350 000 per annum (before tax)
  • You must NOT be receiving any other bursary or sponsorship funding
  • You must be currently unemployed
  • Students with disabilities are encouraged to apply

 

HOW TO APPLY FOR THE TCTA BURSARY

Download and complete the TCTA Bursary Application Form 2022 (.docx)
 

Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your completed application form (the submission of these documents is compulsory – if any items are missing, your application may be disqualified):

Note: shortlisted candidates will be required to submit additional supporting documents, which may include but are not limited to: certified copies of your ID document, matric certificate, proof of university registration and proof of household income.
 

Applications must be submitted via email to: bursaries@tcta.co.za
(Insert the words “TCTA Bursary Application” in the email subject line).
 

CLOSING DATE FOR THE TCTA BURSARY

5 August 2022.
(Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted – please apply before the closing date to ensure your application is considered.)
 

CONTACT THE BURSARY PROVIDER

For any queries related to this bursary programme, please contact TCTA directly:
Contact Person: Nomvula Mhlambi
Tel: 012 683 1231
Email: bursaries@tcta.co.za
 

Please do NOT contact TCTA if this bursary has already closed. View our other bursaries open for application here: https://www.zabursaries.co.za/bursary-news/

This bursary listing was last updated in July 2022.

SA Bursaries wishes you the best of luck with your application! Please remember to SHARE this page with anyone you know who may be in need of bursary funding.