Learners and students from surrounding areas have until 31 October 2026 to apply to Perdekraal East Wind Farm for bursary funding in 2027.
The bursary is open to current matriculants, as well as those who have completed their National Senior Certificate (NSC) or National Technical Certificate (NTC) in previous years. Those who have completed Grade 9 and intend to pursue technical and vocational education and training are also welcome to apply.
Applicants from local areas, including Ceres, Bella Vista, Nduli and Prince Alfred Hamlet are among those who may apply for Perdekraal East Wind Farm bursary funding.
The scheme aims to fund further study at relevant South African public and private accredited institutions, including TVET colleges, universities of technology and universities.
A bursary covering a range of education pathways
One of the most significant aspects of the 2027 bursary scheme is its applicability to a diverse range of study fields.
The bursary scheme is not restricted to university funding.
Applicants who have completed Grade 9 and are interested in TVET or FET study options are among those who may apply to the scheme. In turn, the bursary scope applies to those who are considering more technical or vocational study options after school.
In turn, matriculants and those who have completed school can apply for a source of funding for tertiary studies, with the caveat that they must satisfy the selection criteria and apply through the designated process.
Who may apply for the bursary?
The bursary scheme is applicable to South African citizens.
Applicants may be matriculants, or those who have completed their NSC or NTC in previous years. Grade 9 applicants who are interested in the TVET/FET qualification routes are also welcome to apply.
The funding is specifically targeted at those from surrounding communities, however.
Those who are considering applying to the bursary should ensure that they comprehend the requirements applicable to their situation before application.
Where can applicants study?
Funding from the scheme can be applied to studies at South African public and accredited private institutions.
The study routes covered by the bursary include:
- TVET colleges;
universities of technology; and
universities.
In other words, the bursary does not solely apply to university study, but can be applied to a range of post-school qualification options.
Applicants should confirm that their intended study route is applicable before applying to the scheme.
What does the bursary cover?
The value of the bursary is not standardised.
Each applicant’s funding requirements will be assessed individually.
Depending on the applicant’s circumstances and approved funding, the bursary may cover:
- tuition fees;
- registration fees;
- examination fees;
- accommodation;
meals; and
learning materials, including textbooks and stationery.
Individual funding arrangements should not be assumed before the bursary award is confirmed.
Academic potential plays a role in selection
Academic potential is one of the primary considerations in the selection process.
The latest available academic results are utilised to assess applicants.
In other words, students should ensure that their academic application information includes the latest available results.
Although academic results are a consideration, they are not the sole criterion for selection.
Financial need is taken into account
As the bursary is intended to assist those who may not have the financial resources to pursue further study, applicants must be able to demonstrate financial need.
This applies in contrast to bursaries that are based solely on academic merit.
A student with strong academic results may find that they need to demonstrate their financial circumstances as part of the application process.
How to apply for the 2027 bursary
Applications are submitted via StudyTrust’s online application portal.
Those who are considering applying should review StudyTrust bursary application information before submitting an application.
The application window for the 2027 academic year is open from:
1 June 2026 to 31 October 2026.
Applicants should allow sufficient time to apply, particularly if supporting documents or corrected information is required.
Information to confirm before applying
Before applying to the bursary, prospective students should ensure that they understand the programme requirements.
It is particularly important to confirm the following:
Citizenship: This bursary is restricted to South African citizens.
Study pathway: Confirm that your intended TVET, FET, university of technology or university study is applicable.
Academic information: Provide the latest available results when applying.
Financial information: Be prepared to provide information demonstrating your financial circumstances.
Community eligibility: Ensure that you meet the local-area requirements before applying.
Why the TVET option should be considered
When considering post-school study options, TVET colleges provide an alternative to university study. In turn, universities of technology offer a range of vocationally-oriented courses. The inclusion of these study options in the Perdekraal East Wind Farm bursary programme provides more than one educational pathway for applicants to consider.
For Grade 9 applicants, in particular, the programme’s inclusion of TVET and FET study options is of particular relevance, as these applicants are explicitly mentioned in the bursary information.
A community-targeted bursary
The area-specific nature of the bursary is another significant consideration.
The scheme is not available to all South African citizens, but is restricted to those from local areas, specifically Ceres, Bella Vista, Nduli and Prince Alfred Hamlet.
Applicants should pay particular attention to the local-area requirements when applying for the bursary.
The application deadline is 31 October
Those who are considering post-school study in 2027 have until 31 October 2026 to apply for the bursary.
The application season opens on 1 June.
Applicants should ensure that they are aware of the requirements, have the necessary information and complete the StudyTrust application correctly.
Perdekraal East Wind Farm Bursary 2027 at a glance
Detail Information
Academic year 2027
Applicant group Current matriculants, previous NSC/NTC graduates and eligible Grade 9 applicants
Citizenship South African citizens
Study institutions TVET colleges, universities of technology, universities and eligible accredited private institutions
Funding Determined individually
Possible costs Tuition, registration, examinations, accommodation, meals and learning materials
Selection factors Academic potential and financial need
Application platform StudyTrust
Application period 1 June – 31 October 2026
Closing date 31 October 2026
What prospective applicants should know
The Perdekraal East Wind Farm bursary is not purely a university funding opportunity. Its scope extends to a range of educational pathways, from TVET to vocational studies, with selection criteria based on academic potential and financial need.
For applicants from surrounding communities, the primary considerations are whether they meet eligibility requirements and whether they submit a completed StudyTrust application before the 31 October 2026 deadline.
The application instructions should be consulted when confirming eligibility, documents and funding arrangements.
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