The Compensation Fund acts as an arm of the Department of Labour which is charged with the responsibility to compensate individuals injured while on duty. Additionally the fund provides support with the aim of rehabilitation of of affected persons to become fit for work.
The aim of the Compensation Fund Bursary Programme is to create a pool of skilled and semi-skilled workforce that can be of benefit to the safety of the workplace. It targets studnets who are pursuing studies occupational health, safety, and rehabilitation qualifications.
Fields of Study Covered by the Compensation Fund Bursary
Below is the list of qualifications that are covered by the Compensation Fund Bursary:
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
- Actuarial Science
- Accounting Science
- Data Science
- Aeronautical Engineering/ Aerospace Control/ Aviation
- Economic Science
- Environmental Health
- Financial Mathematics
- Mathematical Science
- Risk Management and Forensic Science
- Statistics
Engineering Studies
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mechatronics
- Production and Process Engineering
Information Technology and & Digital Studies
- Computer Science (focusing on Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Cyber Security, Robotics, and Software Engineering)
- Digital Studies (specializing in Digital Marketing, Graphic Design, Animation, Film, and Production, Brand Communication and Management)
- Cloud Computing, Quantum Computing
Education and Health Studies
- Clinical Science and Health
- Teaching Studies (Majoring in Mathematics, Science, ICT, Early Childhood Development)
Creative and Technical Studies
- Architecture
- Culinary Arts
Vocational Training
- TVET Qualifications for applicants in possession of Grade 9 and hold a General Education Certificate (GEC).
Please note: The Compensation Fund may consider other fields of study, depending on the availability of funds.
COID Bursary Benefits
Successful applicants will have following expenses covered: tuition fees, prescribed study materials, accommodation and a monthly stipend.
Bursary allocation is on yearly basis and is renewed upon submission of satisfactory results. This articles also provides instructions on how to apply.
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Eligibility Requirements
There are different requirements for unemployed COID beneficiaries and dependents of COID beneficiaries.
COID Beneficiaries:
- Applicants must be a South African citizens
- Applicants must be currently unemployed
- Applicants must be a COID beneficiaries with a permanent disablement (PWD) which resulted from of occupational injuries/ diseases
- Applicants must be studying intend on studying within one of the aforementioned fields of study
- Applicants must have been accepted to study at a recognised Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) College, Community Education and Training (CET) College or Higher Education Institution (HEl)
- Applicants must intend to improve your skills to return to the work force or become self-employed
Dependents of COID Beneficiaries:
- Applicants must be a South African citizens
- Applicants must be between 17 and 35 years old
- Applicants must be a dependent of a COID beneficiary with a permanent disablement or a dependent of a fatally injured employee
- Applicants must be studying or enrolled to study within one of the aforementioned fields of study (other qualifications may also be considered)
- Applicants must be accepted to study at a recognised Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) College, Community Education and Training (CET) College or Higher Education Institution (HEl)
Application Process
All application must be submitted completing the Compensation Fund Bursary Application Form 2025 (.pdf)
Required Documents
- Certified copy of your ID document
- COID pension number or COID claim number
- Latest academic transcript, if currently studying
- Proof of acceptance from an approved institute
- Tuition fees quotation, where applicable
- Prescribed Learning Resources quotation, if available (on institutions letterhead)
- Proof of residence
- Proof of disability, if applicable (verification by a Health Care Professional or Disability Support Office)
Dependents of COID Beneficiaries
- Certified copy of your ID document
- ID document / unabridged birth certificate showing details of the COID beneficiary (certified copy)
- Parents/ guardians ID documents (certified copy)/ death certificates if deceased (certified copy)
- COID pension number or COID claim number
- Matric June results, if currently in Matric
- Latest academic transcript, if currently studying
- Proof of acceptance from an approved institute
- Tuition fees quotation, where applicable
- Prescribed Learning Resources quotation, if available (on institutions letterhead)
- Proof of residence
- Disability proof, if applicable (verification by a Health Care Professional or Disability Support Office)
- Pre-entry assessment (if applying for the apprenticeship programme)
- Proof of income (latest payslip if employed: certified copy, affidavit if unemployed or an informal worker, proof of SASSA grant if applicable, proof pension if applicable, or other proof of income)
COID Bursary Submission
All complete application forms for the Compensation Fund Bursary 2025 must be returned to:
By email:
Email address: CFexternalbursaries@labour.gov.za
Delivery by hand:
Compensation Fund Head Building
167 Thabo Sehume & Madiba Street
Delta Heights Building
Pretoria
0002
Post/ Courier:
The Sub-Directorate: Vocational Rehabilitation
Department of Employment and Labour, Compensation Fund,
Private Bag x 955
Pretoria
0001
Application Deadline
The closing date for application is 31 March 2025 – Applications received after this date will not be considered.
Contact COID For Queries
If you have queries relating to this bursary opportunity, please contact the Compensation Fund directly on:
- Telephone number: 012 319 9264 / 012 319 5774
- Email address: cfexternalbursaries@labour.gov.za
The Compensation Fund Bursary 2025 offers unemployed COID beneficiaries and their dependents the best opportunity to pursue tertiary education. If you have what it takes to apply, start with the process to submit your application today.