- WHAT FIELDS OF STUDY DOES THE NUMSA BURSARY COVER?
- WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE NUMSA BURSARY?
- HOW TO APPLY FOR THE NUMSA BURSARY?
- WHAT DOCUMENTS ARE NEEDED FOR THE NUMSA BURSARY?
- WHEN IS THE CLOSING DATE FOR THE NUMSA BURSARY?
- HOW DO I CONTACT NUMSA ABOUT THE BURSARY?
WHAT FIELDS OF STUDY DOES THE NUMSA BURSARY COVER?
The NUMSA Mbuyiselo Ngwenda Bursary Fund supports selected undergraduate fields, with the official bursary information specifically listing engineering, information technology and commerce-related studies. The available official material has also listed additional fields in different application periods, so applicants should check the current application form for the disciplines accepted for the relevant intake.
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Metallurgical Engineering
- Information Technology
- BCom Accounting
- Auditing
- Financial Management
The bursary is intended for tertiary studies in South Africa and is primarily aimed at undergraduate study. The current NUMSA Investment Company information also describes its education funding more broadly across areas including engineering, science, economics, information and communication technology, accounting, health and medicine, law and education. Applicants should therefore rely on the current application form when checking whether their specific course is eligible.
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WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE NUMSA BURSARY?
The NUMSA Bursary is restricted to dependants of NUMSA members or NUMSA staff. Applicants must intend to study full-time, or already be studying full-time, at a recognised tertiary institution in South Africa.
- You must be a dependant of a NUMSA member or NUMSA staff member.
- You must be applying for or studying towards an eligible tertiary qualification.
- You must study full-time at a recognised South African tertiary institution.
- Grade 12 learners and undergraduate students may apply.
- Financial need is taken into consideration.
- Your academic record must meet the entry requirements for your proposed field of study.
The official bursary rules also state that applicants who provide false information will be disqualified. Bursary continuation is subject to academic performance, with the bursary contract reviewed annually.
HOW TO APPLY FOR THE NUMSA BURSARY?
To apply, applicants must complete the NUMSA Mbuyiselo Ngwenda Bursary Fund application form and submit it with the required supporting documents. The official NUMSA information states that completed applications can be posted to the Bursary Administrator at the address provided below.
- Complete the NUMSA Mbuyiselo Ngwenda Bursary Fund application form.
- Include the required academic and financial supporting documents.
- Post the completed application to the Bursary Administrator before the closing date.
The bursary is awarded for the academic year following the year in which the application is received, according to the published NUMSA bursary rules. Only successful applicants are notified in writing.
WHAT DOCUMENTS ARE NEEDED FOR THE NUMSA BURSARY?
Applicants must provide academic and financial evidence with the application. The official NUMSA bursary rules state that missing certified academic records can result in the application being disqualified.
- Completed NUMSA bursary application form.
- Certified copies of academic records.
- Parents’ payslips as proof of household income.
- Relevant Grade 12 academic records or matric results, where applicable.
- Current tertiary academic records, where applicable.
Applicants should use the current application form to confirm the exact supporting documents required for their intake before submitting their application.
WHEN IS THE CLOSING DATE FOR THE NUMSA BURSARY?
The closing date is 30 September annually, according to the current Mbuyiselo Ngwenda Educational Trust FAQ published by NUMSA Investment Company.
- Applications open: 1 May annually.
- Closing date: 30 September annually.
- Late applications: Applicants should submit before the published deadline.
An older NUMSA bursary page lists 31 July as the annual closing date, while the current bursary FAQ lists 30 September. Because these official sources conflict, applicants should confirm the applicable deadline with the bursary office before submitting their application.
HOW DO I CONTACT NUMSA ABOUT THE BURSARY?
Applicants can contact the NUMSA bursary administrator for questions about the application form, eligibility and submission requirements.
- Bursary Administrator: Gezile Gumede
- Telephone: 011 783 3578
- Email: ggumede@numsa.co.za
- Postal address: Mbuyiselo Ngwenda Bursary Fund, PO Box 787352, Sandton, 2146