Rising college education expenses present a significant challenge for future students and their families. Financial trends, the lengthy graduation process, running expenses, and other additional fees all contribute to the increasing financial burden on students.
Are you one of these students? No worries. You are on the right page.
Many Bursary programmes have been launched to provide financial assistance to students from low-income families and help them achieve their goals. Gibela Bursary is one of the bursary programmes available for South African students. It is designed to provide aspiring students with valuable options to continue their higher studies and reach their academic goals.
In this article, we will explore more about the Gibela Bursary 2024, its application process, eligibility requirements, allowances provided by this bursary, and more.
What is Gibela Bursary?
Gibela, a joint venture between South African and French railway rolling manufacturers, was established as an association between Alstom, New Africa Rail and Ubumbano Rail.
Gibela Bursary provides financial assistance for students who enrol in or intend to pursue their higher education at the University of Technology and TVET college. This bursary was established in 2015 with the objective of providing financial support to more than 2,800 students by 2024. According to records, Gibela has provided around 1,181 bursaries to date.
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This bursary is dedicated to providing resources for upskilling professionals in the construction of trains in the South African Passenger Rail Agency and ensuring that they continue developing their careers and achieving success.
Fields Covered by Gibela Bursary
The different types of disciplines this bursary provides funds vary for both TVET college and University of Technology students:
Types of disciplines this bursary provides funding for TVET students are:
- Welders,
- Plumbers
- Millwright,
- Mechanics,
- Electricians,
- Boiler-makers,
- Pattern-makers,
- Vehicle builders,
- Fitters and turners and
- Control and instrumentation technicians.
Types of disciplines this bursary provides funding for University of Technology students are:
- Accounting
- Computer Science
- Information Technology,
- Supply Chain and Logistic Management,
- Engineering in Electrical, Electronic, Industrial and Metallurgical streams.
Based on academic performance, the bursaries are provided and will be renewed on an annual basis.
What are the Key Allowances Provided by Gibela Bursary?
This bursary is granted for one year and rented every year until the duration of the programme. It is usually awarded to students based on their academic performance.
Gibela Bursary will complete financial assistance for students who are enroled or intend to continue their higher education at TVET College or at the University of Technology Studies.
- Students pursuing their studies at TVET College are provided with all education expenses, including the tuition fee and study materials.
- Students pursuing their studies at the University of Technology Studies are provided with all education expenses, including tuition fees, study materials, accommodation, and food allowances.
Gibela Bursary Eligibility Requirements
The eligibility criteria or requirements differ for students pursuing their higher education at TVET College or the University of Technology Studies.
Here are the general requirements for getting a bursary in South Africa.
The eligibility criteria for TVET College
- Applicant must be a South African citizen,
- Applicant must have excellent academic records,
- Applicant must have completed Matric or class 12,
- Applicant must be from a poor financial background,
- Applicant must be able to show potential for academic success,
- Applicant must have scored a minimum result of level 4 for English, Mathematics, and Science subjects in the Matric exam.
- Applicant must be enroled or intend on enroling towards a qualification in one of the fields listed above,
- Applicant must be studying or have been accepted to study at a recognised and accredited Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institution in South Africa.
The eligibility criteria for University of Technology Studies.
- Applicant must be a South African citizen,
- Applicant must have excellent academic records,
- Applicant must have completed Matric or class 12,
- Applicant must have an excellent academic record,
- Applicant must be from a poor or low-income family status,
- Applicant must be able to show prospect for academic success,
- Applicant must be enroled or intend on studying towards a qualification in one of the fields listed above,
- Applicant must have achieved a minimum result of level 6 for Accounting, Mathematics and Physical Science and level 5 for English in Matric.
- Applicant must be studying or have been accepted to study at a recognised and accredited University or University of Technology in South Africa.
Gibela Bursary Online Application Process
Applicants applying for this bursary in 2024 must send the completely filled application along with the required documentation either to the mail ID or applicants can also fax their application form.
Some of these supporting documents are:
- Applicant’s ID proof,
- A proof of residence,
- A certified copy of all academic records,
- Proof of income – latest payslips or employment letter.
- For TVET, South Africa, the applicant needs to provide proof of admission from the college acceptance on letterhead.
- For the University of Technology Studies, the applicant needs to provide proof of admission from the university acceptance on letterhead.
*Note: All the documents mentioned above should be certified.
As mentioned earlier, applicants are required to send the appropriate document to either of the following:
Fax it to 086 246 2666 Or Email: gibelabursaries@communityrail.co.za.
Note: In the subject line, the applicant should clearly mention whether to apply for the Gibela Bursary 2024 University or the TVET.
Gibela Bursary Closing Date
This bursary invites all unemployed applicants to apply for the upcoming academic year. The Gibela bursary closed on 2nd February 2024.
Applicants can contact the bursary’s official website directly for more information about the application closing date.
Gibela Bursary Contact Detail
For any inquiries regarding this bursary program, please reach out to Gibela directly:
Email: gibelabursaries@communityrail.co.za
Contact Person: Thenjiwe-Molly Mahlangu (Human Resources)
Phone: 010 600 0651
Email: recruitment1@gibela-rail.com
Note: Please refrain from contacting Gibela if the bursary application period has already closed.
Conclusion
Gibela Bursary 2024 is mainly awarded to South African citizens with a South African bar-coded identity document who are enroled or intend to enrol at a University of Technology or South African University. Students applying for this bursary need to prove their potential for academic success and should be financially challenged.
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Gibela Bursary 2024 – FAQs
1) What is Gibela?
Gibela is a Rail transport consortium organisation developed to provide financial assistance to students enroled at the University of Technology and TVET College.
2) Who can apply for a bursary to enrol in TVET College?
N3 and N4 students are encouraged to apply for a bursary to enrol in TVET College.
3) Who can apply for a bursary to enrol at the University and University of Technology?
Applicants pursuing their first and second years of studies at the University and University of Technology are encouraged to apply for the Gibela Bursary in 2024.
4) Is the Bursary provided annually?
Yes. The bursary is granted once a year, and the applicant must renew it annually until the programme’s duration.
5) What are the Gibela Bursary allowances?
This Bursary provides allowances for complete tuition fees, study materials, and food and accommodation allowances.
