SIOC-CDT Bursary South Africa 2027

WHAT FIELDS OF STUDY DOES THE SIOC-CDT BURSARY COVER?

The SIOC Community Development Trust (SIOC-CDT) is inviting students to apply for their bursary programme, for the 2027 academic year.

Bursaries will be awarded to students residing in SIOC-CDT’s beneficiary communities (in the Northern Cape and Limpopo), for Undergraduate studies within the following fields:

• Agriculture (Veterinarian, Livestock Product Analyst, Environmental Officer, Agricultural Economist, Agricultural Engineer Food Technologists, Food Technicians)
• Business Management and Economics (Accounting, Economics, Auditing and Tax, Actuarial Science, Statistics and Mathematics, Project Management)
• Education (FET Mathematics, B Ed. FET Physical Science, B Ed Natural Sciences, Economic and Management Science, B Ed Foundation Phase, B Ed Language, B Ed Special Needs)
• Engineering and Sciences (Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Architecture, Geology, Electrical Engineering, Town Planning, Environmental Health)
• Health and Clinical related Sciences (MBChB, Pharmacy, Dentistry, Advanced EMS, Nursing Chemical; Biological; Medical Lab Sciences, Biochemistry)
• Information Technology (Computer Sciences and Communication, Software Development, Data Science/Analytics, Web Design and Development)
• Law (Bachelor of Laws: LLB)
• Tourism (Hospitality Management, Arts and Culture Heritage, Eco-Tourism Management)

** RELATED BURSARIES **

• View our other Science Bursaries and Scholarships here.
• View our other Education Bursaries and Scholarships here.
• View our other Bursaries OPEN for application here.

WHAT EXPENSES DOES THE SIOC-CDT BURSARY COVER?

The bursary will provide cover for the following expenses: registration and tuition fees, accommodation, prescribed study material, laptop (once off) and a quarterly stipend.

Students with disabilities will also receive assistive devices to enhance their learning.

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 SIOC-CDT Bursary.

WHAT IS THE SELECTION PROCESS FOR THE SIOC-CDT BURSARY?

Shortlisted applicants will be contacted and required to attend interview. If you have not received any feedback, please regard your application as unsuccessful.

WHAT IS THE ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR THE SIOC-CDT 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 NOT older be than 35 years old, at the closing date
• You must reside in or originate from SIOC-CDT beneficiary communities:
  • Gamagara Local Municipality (Northern Cape)
  • Ga-Segonyana Local Municipality (Northern Cape)
  • Joe Morolong Local Municipality (Northern Cape)
  • Tsantsabane Local Municipality (Northern Cape)
  • Thabazimbi Local Municipality (Limpopo)
• You must be currently in Matric or have completed Matric
• You must be studying or intend on studying on a full-time basis, towards an undergraduate qualification within one of the fields of study listed above
• You must have achieved a minimum overall average of 65%, in your most recent academic results
• You must have been accepted or provisional accepted to study at a recognised public institution in South Africa (University/ University of Technology/ TVET/ FET College)
• You must be in need of financial assistance, with a household income of less than R600 000 per year (before deductions)
• Students with disabilities are encouraged to apply

HOW CAN I APPLY FOR THE SIOC-CDT BURSARY?

Applications can be submitted in either one of the following ways:

Online application: complete the SIOC-CDT Bursary Application 2027

Enter “www.zabursaries.co.za” in the field asking how you heard about the SIOC-CDT bursary.

WHAT DOCUMENTS MUST I SUBMIT FOR THE SIOC-CDT BURSARY?

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):

• ID document (certified copy)
• Matric June results/ prelim results, if currently in Matric (certified copy)
• Matric certificate, if completed Matric (certified copy)
• Most recent tertiary academic results/ transcripts, if currently studying (certified copy)
• Proof of acceptance/ provisional acceptance/ application to a public tertiary institution (on institutions letterhead)
• Parents or guardians proof of household income (latest payslips if employed, affidavit if unemployed)
• Parents or guardians 3 months recent bank statements
• Proof of residence (rates and taxes or water and electricity account, letter from landlord or affidavit from you local counsellor)
• Medical note explaining type of disability, if applicable

WHEN IS THE CLOSING DATE FOR THE SIOC-CDT BURSARY?

30 November 2026 (at 12:00 midday).

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

HOW CAN I CONTACT THE BURSARY PROVIDER?

Please do NOT contact DUX or the SIOC Community Development Trust if this bursary has already closed. View our other bursaries open for application here: https://www.zabursaries.co.za/bursary-news/

WHAT DOES THE SIOC-CDT DO?

The Sishen Iron Ore Company–Community Development Trust (SIOC-CDT) was established in 2006 to support the long-term social and economic development of communities located near Sishen Iron Ore Company (SIOC) operations. SIOC operates across several municipal areas in the Northern Cape, as well as in Limpopo.

Established by Sishen Iron Ore Company (SIOC) (Pty) Ltd, a subsidiary of Kumba Iron Ore, the Trust focuses on creating opportunities that can improve the lives and prospects of people in its beneficiary communities.

Through its education initiatives, SIOC-CDT provides bursary funding to deserving students from disadvantaged backgrounds, helping them pursue tertiary studies at universities and other recognised higher education institutions across South Africa. These bursaries form part of the Trust’s broader commitment to expanding access to education and developing skilled individuals who can contribute to the future of their communities.

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This bursary listing was last updated in September 2026.

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