University of Kwazulu-Natal (Ukzn) Bursaries for the 2023 Academic Year

University of Kwazulu-Natal (Ukzn) Bursaries for the 2023 Academic Year. The University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) extends an invitation to eligible students to apply for its Bursary Programme for the academic year 2023. This initiative aims to provide financial assistance to students in need, particularly those who are unfunded.

Eligibility and Colleges

The Bursary Programme is open to students who meet specific criteria and are pursuing studies in the following colleges at the University of KwaZulu-Natal:

College of Agriculture, Engineering Sciences

• Howard campus
• Pietermaritzburg campus
• Westville campus

College of Health Science

• Howard and Medical School campus
• Westville campus

College of Humanities

College of Law & Management Studies

• Westville campus
• Pietermaritzburg campus

Requirements

Applicants must fulfill the following minimum entry criteria to be considered for the bursary:

• Be registered or intend to register for full-time study at the University of KwaZulu-Natal for the 2022 academic year.
• Study within one of the specified colleges.
• Have achieved a minimum overall average of 55% in degree studies.
• Have a family home income not exceeding R350,000 per annum.
• Be in financial need.
• Either have no funding for the 2022 academic year or have outstanding debt.

Application Process

To apply for the bursary, applicants need to submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with their online application. Failure to provide any of these documents may result in disqualification:

• ID document (certified copy)
• Parents or guardians’ ID documents (certified copies)
• Parents or guardians’ proof of income (latest payslips if employed, affidavit if unemployed, SASSA confirmation if receiving a grant) (certified copy)
• Parents or guardians’ marriage certificate, if married (certified copy)
• Parents or guardians’ divorce certificate, if divorced (certified copy)
• Parents or guardians’ death certificates, if deceased (certified copy)

Note: All documents should not be older than 3 months.

Submission Details

Applications must be submitted to the Financial Aid Advisor of the relevant college. Here are the contact details for each college:

College of Agriculture, Engineering Sciences:

• Howard campus: Contact person – Ms. Linda Mdunge, Email: Mdungel@ukzn.ac.za
• Pietermaritzburg campus: Contact person – Ms. Marcia Ntamote, Email: NtamoteM@ukzn.ac.za
• Westville campus: Contact person – Mr. Mbongiseni Mkhize, Email: Mkhizemb@ukzn.ac.za

College of Health Science:

• Howard and Medical School campus: Contact person – Mr. Bongumusa Gumbi, Email: Gumbib5@ukzn.ac.za
• Westville campus: Contact person – Mr. Jay Maharajh, Email: Maharajhj1@ukzn.ac.za

College of Humanities:

• All campuses, Email: CHUMBursaryApp@ukzn.ac.za

College of Law & Management Studies:

• Westville campus: Contact person – Mrs. Merci Rajkumar, Email: Rajkumarma@ukzn.ac.za
• Pietermaritzburg campus: Contact person – Mr. Sandile Mngadi, Email: Ndimandes1@ukzn.ac.za

FAQs

Q 1:- How do I know if I’m eligible for the UKZN Bursary Programme?

Ans: To be eligible for the UKZN Bursary Programme, you need to be a full-time student at the University of KwaZulu-Natal for the 2022 academic year, studying within one of the specified colleges. Additionally, you must demonstrate financial need and meet specific academic criteria, including a minimum overall average of 55% in your degree studies.

Q 2:- What documents are required for the bursary application?

Ans: When applying for the bursary, ensure you submit clear copies of essential documents, including your ID, parents or guardians’ ID, proof of income, marriage/divorce certificates if applicable, and death certificates if deceased. All documents should not be older than 3 months.

Q 3:- How and where do I submit my bursary application?

Ans: Submit your bursary application, along with the required documents, to the Financial Aid Advisor of your relevant college. Each college has designated contact persons with specific email addresses for submission. Be sure to reach out to the appropriate contact for your campus, and make sure your application is complete to avoid disqualification.

Conclusion

The UKZN Bursary Programme for 2023 offers vital financial support to eligible students. By adhering to the outlined criteria and submitting thorough applications, aspiring scholars can pave the way for academic success at the University of KwaZulu-Natal.