Funza Lushaka Teaching Bursary 2024 – Apply Now!

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Funza Lushaka Teaching Bursary 2024 – Apply Now!

Are you passionate about shaping young minds and building South Africa’s future through education? The Funza Lushaka Teaching Bursary 2025 provides a golden opportunity for aspiring teachers to obtain full financial support for their studies. This bursary program is aimed at addressing the national shortage of qualified teachers by offering financial aid to deserving students pursuing teaching degrees in fields of national priority.

What is the Funza Lushaka Teaching Bursary?

The Funza Lushaka Bursary is a multi-year scholarship available to South African citizens who are pursuing a BEd degree or Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE). In return for receiving the bursary, recipients are required to teach in public schools after completing their studies.

Fields of Priority

Bursaries will be awarded to students specializing in subjects that are considered critical in South African education, such as:

Mathematics
Languages
Physical Sciences
Life Sciences
Technology
Agriculture
Geography
Economics and Accounting

What the Bursary Covers

The Funza Lushaka Bursary covers all essential expenses related to the completion of the teaching qualification, including:

Tuition fees
Accommodation and meals
Books and study materials
Living allowance

If tuition or accommodation costs exceed the allocated amount, the student will be responsible for covering the difference.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the following requirements to be eligible for the Funza Lushaka Bursary:

Nationality: Must be a South African citizen with a valid South African ID.
Admission: Must have gained admission to an accredited tertiary institution to pursue a teaching qualification.
Academic Performance:
- First-time applicants must have achieved at least level 4 in the priority subject they wish to teach.
- Returning bursars must have passed all their courses in the previous academic year.
Passion for Teaching: Must demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching and working with youth.
Placement Agreement: Must agree to teach at a public school in a location determined by the Provincial Education Department (PED) upon completion of studies.

Requirements for Renewing or Repeating a Year

The bursary may be renewed annually, provided that the recipient meets the required academic performance standards.
Students who fail to complete their qualification within the prescribed timeframe may request an extension for one additional year, but approval is not guaranteed.
Should a student repeat a year, any additional costs incurred will be their responsibility.

Repayment Conditions

Repayment of the bursary will only be required if:

The student fails to complete the qualification.
The recipient declines a teaching post offered by a PED.
The recipient leaves their teaching post before completing the agreed-upon service period.
In these cases, the bursary must be repaid in full, including interest.

Application Process

To apply for the Funza Lushaka Bursary, follow these steps:

Apply for Admission
Ensure that you have been accepted into a BEd or PGCE program at an accredited South African university.
Submit the Online Bursary Application
Once admitted to a university, visit the official Funza Lushaka Bursary website and complete the online application form:
- First-time applicants: Apply here.
- Returning bursars: Re-apply here.

Application Dates

New applications open on 08 October 2023 and close on 02 February 2024.
Re-applications for existing bursars close earlier on 30 November 2023.

Why Apply for the Funza Lushaka Bursary?

Full financial support for your teaching qualification.
Job placement guarantee in a public school upon completion of your degree.
Opportunity to make a difference in South African education by addressing critical subject shortages.

Contact Information

For more information or assistance with your application, visit the official Funza Lushaka Bursary website or contact your university’s financial aid office.

Seize this opportunity to pursue your passion for teaching and contribute to the development of South Africa’s future generations. Apply now for the Funza Lushaka Teaching Bursary 2024 and begin your journey towards a rewarding career in education!

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