Funder: Aurora Wind Power
Administrator: StudyTrust
Location Focus: West Coast, South Africa
Study Level: 3 or 4-Year Degree Programmes
Institutions: Public Universities & TVET Colleges Only
Application Period: 01 May – 31 October
Citizenship: South African citizens only

About the Bursary

The Aurora Wind Power Bursary Programme supports Grade 12 learners from designated schools on the West Coast who wish to pursue further studies at public tertiary institutions in South Africa.

The programme is funded by Aurora Wind Power and professionally administered by StudyTrust to ensure fair and transparent selection.

Who Can Apply?

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

Be a South African citizen
Be from designated schools on the West Coast
Be a Grade 12 learner
Demonstrate strong academic performance
Show financial need
Total household income must not exceed R350 000 per year
Plan to study at a South African public institution (no private institutions)

What Does the Bursary Cover?

The bursary value is determined individually and may cover:

✔ Tuition fees
✔ Registration fees
✔ Examination fees
✔ Accommodation (residence or equivalent)
✔ Meals
✔ Learning materials (textbooks, stationery, etc.)

Selection Criteria

Selection is based on:

Academic Excellence

Grade 12 preliminary and/or final results

Financial Need

Proof of insufficient financial resources
Household income not exceeding R350 000

How to Apply

All applications must be completed through the StudyTrust online application platform.

Application Steps:

1️⃣ Visit StudyTrust’s bursary application platform
2️⃣ Complete the online application form
3️⃣ Submit all required supporting documents
4️⃣ Email completed application and documents to:
📧 b.ndlovu@studytrust.org.za

Only fully completed applications from South African citizens will be considered.

Closing Date

🗓 Applications open: 01 May
🗓 Applications close: 31 October

Late applications will not be considered.

Important Notes

Bursaries are only available for public institutions
Funding amount is determined per student
Applicants must carefully read StudyTrust’s bursary instructions before applying

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