Gibela Bursary Programme 2024
Gibela is now accepting applications for its bursary program for the upcoming academic year. They will provide bursaries for studies at the following universities, universities of technology, and TVET colleges:
TVET College:
- Boiler makers
- Electricians
- Mechanics
- Fitters and Turners
- Plumbers
- Welders
- Millwrights
- Pattern-makers
- Vehicle-builders
- Control and instrument technicians
University and University of Technology
- Accounting
- Electrical Engineering
- Computer Science
- Industrial Engineering
- Electronic Engineering
- Logistics Management
- Information Technology
- Mechanical Engineering
- Supply Chain
- Metallurgical Engineering
Students in TVET will receive full coverage for these expenses:
- Tuition Fees
- Book Allowance
Students in the University and University of Technology will receive full coverage for these expenses:
- Book Allowance
- Tuition Fees
- Accommodation
- Meals
Please note that the bursaries given are for a year and can be renewed with good academic performance.
Eligibility Criteria
Before applying, applicants must meet the following minimum entry criteria. Please note that failure to meet all requirements will result in the termination of your application:
TVET Students
- You need to be a citizen of South Africa.
- You must be in Matric in 2023; must have completed it either.
- You need to have a minimum result of level 4 for Mathematics, Science and English in Matric.
- You need to study in or intend to study towards a qualification, in one of the streams afore-mentioned in 2024.
- You must study or plan to study at an accredited Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institution in South Africa.
- You must have a good academic profile and show potential for academic laurels.
- You must be in need of assistance.
- Current N3 and N4 students should apply.
University and University of Technology Students
- You must be a citizen of South African
- You need to be in Matric in 2023; must have completed it either.
- You must have a minimum result of level 6 for Mathematics, Physical Science and Accounting in Matric
- You must have a minimum of result level 5 for English in Matric
- You need to study in or intend to study towards a qualification, in one of the streams afore-mentioned in 2024.
- You must study or plan to study at an accredited University or the University of Technology in South Africa.
- You must have a good academic profile and show potential for academic laurels.
- You must be in need of assistance.
- Current 1st and 2nd-year students should apply.
Closing date: 02 February 2024
How To Apply:
Applicants should send the appropriate documentation to the addresses listed below:
Email: gibelabursaries@communityrail.co.za
Or
Fax: 086 246 2666
For further queries, please contact:
Name: Thenjiwe-Molly Mahlangu (Human Resources)
Email id: recruitment1@gibela-rail.com
Phone: 010 600 0651