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Bursary · Department of Basic Education
Funza Lushaka Bursary — 2027 (Teaching)
Full-cost bursary for students studying towards a teaching qualification (B.Ed. or PGCE) in priority subject areas at public universities. Recipients teach at a public school after graduating.
Study / career fields
- Teaching (B.Ed.)
- PGCE
- Priority subject areas
Who can apply
- South African citizen
- 30 years or younger (first-time applicants)
- Matric with bachelor's pass or university entry requirements
- Accepted or enrolled for a teaching qualification at a public university
- Willing to specialise in priority subject areas
- Clean record: police clearance, not on the National Register for Sexual Offenders or Child Offenders
Funding / benefits
- Tuition fees
- Accommodation or transport allowance
- Meals
- Learning materials
- Personal care allowance
- Teaching practice support
Required documents
- Certified ID copy
- Matric certificate / latest results
- Proof of university acceptance or registration
- Police clearance record
How to apply
- Open the e-Gov portal at www.eservices.gov.za
- Register with your personal information and log in
- Select Funza Lushaka Bursary Scheme on the e-Services menu
- Enter the OTP and accept the terms and conditions
- Click the 2027 application button and complete all required fields
- Accept the declaration and submit before the closing date