Calling all passionate and dedicated individuals seeking a rewarding career in education! The highly sought-after Funza Lushaka Bursary programme will soon be accepting applications for the 2025 academic year.
The Funza Lushaka Bursary supports aspiring teachers in South Africa by providing financial assistance for qualifying Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) degrees and Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) programs.
This announcement has been made:
Applications for the Funza Lushaka bursary for 2025 will open on 10/10/2024.
Key Dates to Remember
- New Applicants: Applications open on 10 October 2024, with a deadline of 26 January 2025.
- Existing/Returning Bursars: Re-applications open on 10 October 2024, with an earlier deadline of 30 November 2024.
Eligible Courses:
- B.Ed. Degree (4 Years): Specialize in Foundation Phase (Grades R-3), Intermediate Phase (Grades 4-6), or Senior and Further Education and Training (Grades 7-12).
- PGCE (1 Year): Only available for Senior Phase and Further Education and Training Teaching (Grades 7-12).
Qualifying Criteria for the Bursary:
- Be a South African citizen.
- Demonstrate strong academic performance.
- Be 30 years old or younger (at the time of application).
- Gain acceptance into an approved B.Ed. or PGCE program specializing in priority subject areas (check the official website for details).
- Meet the program's minimum academic requirements.
How To Submit Funza Lushaka Bursary Application
The application process is entirely online through the e-Government portal. Here's a step by step guide to submitting your Funza Lushaka Bursary 2025 online application:
- Register with your personal information.
- Login using your created username and password.
- Select "Funza Lushaka Bursary Scheme" from the e-Services Menu.
- Enter the One-Time Password (OTP) sent to your chosen channel.
- Accept the Terms and Conditions.
- Click on the "2025 Application" button on your dashboard.
- Complete the application form with your details.
- Review and submit the application, accepting the declaration.
Benefits of the Funza Lushaka Bursary
This comprehensive bursary programme covers more than just tuition fees. It provides financial support for:
- Accommodation (including meals)
- Books and learning materials
- Monthly living expenses (allowance)
The Funza Lushaka Bursary Programme is a multi-year programme to promote teaching as a profession. Bursaries are available to enable selected students to complete a teaching qualification in identified Subject priority areas.
This bursary is designed to support individuals who are committed to pursuing a teaching profession and require financial assistance.
