Funza Lushaka Teaching Bursary 2025 is Now Open

The Department of Education intends to assist matriculants aged 30 and up through the Funza Lushaka bursary program to study as teachers through university courses in the 2025 academic year. The Funza bursary scheme, which includes registration, tuition, meals, accommodation, and practical work allowances, is expected to accept applications for 2025 as soon as feasible as the application date is now confirmed.

When Funza Lushaka 2025 Bursary Applications Will Open

The Funza Lushaka bursary program is now open to first-time bachelor of education students who aspire to enter a teaching career by studying some teaching qualifications at any university.

Funza Lushaka Bursary Application Date For 2025

Applications for the Funza Lushaka bursary for 2025 will open on 10 October 2024. It is expected to be closed as follows:

New applications close on 26 January 2025
Re-applications for Existing/Returning Bursars close on 30 November 2024

What Funza Lushaka Bursary Covers

The bursary covers the full cost of the recipient’s required education. The following are all covered: tuition, full living costs (accommodation, meals, books, and study materials), and a living expense stipend paid once a month. Every bursar will get R48000 for the entire year. This amount may increase in 2025 to account for growing expenses.

Programmes to be funded by Funza Lushaka Bursary

Three different programmes that include at least one priority area specialization subject as a teaching subject in your qualifications can be funded by the bursary. Below is the list of programmes to be funded by Funza Lushaka

Undergraduate studies

4 Year Bachelor of Education, specializing in

Foundation phase Grade R-3
Intermediate Phase Grade 4-6
Senior phase Grade 7-9
FET Phase Grade 10-12

3/4 year Bachelor’s degree.

Application for funding for a bachelor’s degree implies that the applicant commits to enroll for the PGCE upon completion of the undergraduate degree

Graduate studies

One-year postgraduate certificate in Education for graduates whose degrees include majors in priority areas

Subjects Funded By Funza Lushaka Bursary

Priority subject areas that are currently funded by the bursary are as follows

Foundation phase (Grade R-3)

Foundation phase specialization

Intermediate Phase (Grade 4-6)

African languages
English language
Mathematics
Natural Science
Technology

Senior Phase (Grade 7-9)

African languages
English language
Mathematics
Natural Science
Technology

FET Phase Grade 10-12

African languages
Agricultural sciences
Agricultural Technology
Civil Technology
Computer applications technology
Electrical Technology
Engineering Graphics and design
English language
Information technology
Life Sciences
Mathematics
Mathematics Literacy
Mathematics Technology
physical sciences

Funza Lushaka Bursary Admission Criteria

The bursary is available to South African citizens only, and applications submitted without a valid South African ID number will not be considered. In addition to meeting the national selection requirements listed below by Funza Lushaka Bursary, qualified applicants must also meet the requirements of the institution.

You’re in Grade 12 currently.
Under-30-year-old graduates who wish to enroll in a PGCE or finish their teaching certification
Applicants under thirty who prefer teaching
South African nationals under thirty who are unemployed and wish to become teachers

How to apply for Funza Lushaka Bursary

You must first apply to your preferred university for admission to a bachelor’s degree with at least one major course in the priority subjects or a teaching qualification (B.Ed or PGCE) to be eligible for the bursary. As soon as a university accepts you, you have to apply for a bursary.

The bursary is awarded for a single academic year at a time, with the potential for renewal each year provided the recipient maintains academic standing and satisfies the prerequisites for teaching. Annual reapplications must be submitted by the bursar (bursary holder) by the end of November.

Because this is a service-linked bursary, please be aware that you must teach for one year for each year the recipient receives funding

Which Documents Are Required by Funza Lushaka??

Assemble your application by confirming that you have the necessary documents. Typical requirements include the following documents:

Evidence of identity
Academic transcripts,
proof of enrollment or acceptance at a recognized institution

Funza Lushaka Bursary Step-by-Step Application Guidelines

To apply successfully, follow these steps.

Go to www.eservices.gov.za, the e-Gov portal.
Make sure you meet all the eligibility requirements by reading the guidelines.
Register by supplying your data.
Use the username and password you created during registration to access the system.
Choose the Funza Lushaka Bursary Scheme from the e-Services Menu.
On the preferred channel, enter the OTP that you received.
Assent to the Conditions and Terms
Please select the 2024 application button from the dashboard menu.
To enter your information in the required field, follow the steps.
Accept the declaration to attest to the data collected.
Submit your application by the deadline.
For future correspondence, don’t forget to double-check all of the information you submitted and save a copy of your application reference number.

Funza Lushaka Bursary Contact

Students may phone and email at

Phone Number: 012 357 3000
Email: inquiries.funzalushaka@dbe.gov.za.

For more details, visit the official website HERE

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