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Apply for the SDET Bursary 2025 to access financial support for tertiary studies in any technical or non-technical field, and help uplift your community while shaping a brighter future.
South Deep Education Trust Bursary
The South Deep Education Trust (SDET) invests in communities by providing bursaries that empower talented individuals to achieve their academic dreams. Focused on students from South Deep Mine’s host and labour-sending areas, the SDET Bursary fuels socio-economic growth through education. By offering comprehensive financial support, mentorship, and personal development opportunities, SDET ensures that graduates not only gain valuable qualifications but also contribute meaningfully to their communities.
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Fields Covered by SDET Bursary
The SDET Bursary supports students pursuing Diploma or Degree studies in any field—be it technical (e.g., Engineering, Science) or non-technical (e.g., Commerce, Humanities).
This flexible approach enables students to select fields aligned with their passions and community needs.
What the Bursary Covers & Additional Benefits
The bursary covers a wide range of study-related expenses, ensuring that financial barriers don’t hinder your academic journey:
- Full tuition fees
- Textbooks and essential equipment (where relevant)
- Accommodation (on-campus or off-campus)
- Laptop allowance
- Monthly stipend (for 10 months)
Beyond funding, students may receive personal development support, mentorship, and additional tutoring (discretionary). Recipients will be encouraged to complete one week of vacation or volunteer work in their community each year, cultivating essential skills and reinforcing the value of community engagement.
Eligibility Requirements
Before applying, ensure you meet these criteria:
- Household income of NOT more than R350,000 per annum
- Residing in South Deep Mine’s host communities (Westonaria, Bekkersdal, Simunye, Poortjie) or labour-sending areas (KwaZulu-Natal, Limpopo, Eastern Cape)
- NOT a dependent of any Gold Fields employee, associated companies, or SDET Trustees
- Completed Matric or currently in Matric (2024)
- Accepted or intending to study full-time towards a Diploma or Degree at a public university or TVET college in South Africa (2025)
- No other existing bursary, scholarship, or financial aid
- Minimum 75% overall in Matric final results (excluding Life Orientation) if currently in Matric
- Minimum 65% overall if currently studying and a first-time SDET bursary applicant
- Must have passed the most recent year if a returning SDET bursary recipient
How to Apply for SDET Bursary
Apply online at: South Deep Education Trust (SDET) Bursary Application 2025
When asked how you heard about this bursary, mention “www.onlinebursaries.co.za”.
Required Documents (compulsory):
- Certified ID copy
- Matric latest results/certificate (certified)
- Full academic record if currently studying (certified)
- Proof of acceptance or provisional acceptance at a public institution
- Proof of residence (certified)
- Proof of household income (payslips, affidavit, SASSA/grant proof)
- All documents must be recent, clear, and complete.
Missing or incomplete submissions may result in disqualification.
Closing Date
31 January 2025.
Apply before this date—late applications will not be considered.
Contact Information
For queries, contact:
Mbali Dlanga (Trust Administrator)
Tel: 011 544 0300
Email: [email protected]
If the bursary is closed, check [Bursaries Currently Open for Application] for other opportunities.
Conclusion
The SDET Bursary stands as a beacon of hope for students eager to uplift themselves and their communities through education. By providing comprehensive support, personal development, and mentorship, SDET paves the way for a stronger socio-economic fabric and more resilient communities. Take this step, share the opportunity with friends, and continue using our resources to navigate academic, financial, and personal growth.
About the Bursary Provider – South Deep Education Trust (SDET)
The South Deep Education Trust is a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering communities around the South Deep Mine area through education and skills development. By offering bursaries and support programs, SDET helps students from disadvantaged backgrounds access quality education and launch careers that contribute to sustainable socio-economic progress. Through its focus on long-term community upliftment, the Trust ensures that each bursary recipient can become a catalyst for positive change, enriching their lives and the lives of those around them.
