Apply for the Eastern Cape Department of Health Bursary 2025 — The Eastern Cape Department of Health Bursary is inviting interested individuals and aspiring healthcare professionals in the Eastern Cape who wish to pursue medical qualifications. The bursary is available for full-time or part-time students. The article will guide applying for the bursary and the eligibility criteria.
About The Bursary Provider
The Eastern Cape Department of Health is committed to providing accessible and quality healthcare services to over 6.5 million residents. They provide primary healthcare and serve primarily in the OR Tambo and Nelson Mandela Metro districts.
Their mission is to ensure that everyone in the Eastern Cape has access to comprehensive healthcare. They strive to improve the health and well-being of their communities.
Eastern Cape Department of Health Bursary Program
The bursary program is designed to increase the number of skilled healthcare professionals in the Eastern Cape by providing financial assistance to deserving students pursuing studies. Bursary recipients will be selected based on the following:
- alignment with service delivery priorities
- relevance to the chosen field of study, and
- academic achievement
The following are fields of study that are considered by the bursary:
- Audiology
- Clinical Medical Practice
- Clinical Psychology
- Dental Assistant
- Dentistry/ Dental Therapy
- Dietetics
- Emergency Medical Care
- MBChB
- Nursing
- Occupational Therapy
- Optometry
- Oral Hygiene
- Orthotic & Prosthetic
- Pharmacy
- Physiotherapy
- Radiography
- Speech Therapy
Successful bursary recipients will receive financial aid for their registration fees, tuition fees, exam fees, prescribed textbooks, meals, and accommodation. They offer two types of bursaries:
- Full-Time Bursary: For full-time students pursuing undergraduate or postgraduate degrees. Covers 10% of total costs.
- Part-Time Bursary: For working-class students pursuing studies part-time. Covers registration and tuition fees.
Note: Eligibility criteria and benefits may vary. Please refer to the official application guidelines for detailed information.
Eligibility – Eastern Cape Department of Health Bursary Requirements
To qualify for the Eastern Cape Department of Health Bursary, you must:
- Be a South African citizen or permanent resident living in the Eastern Cape Province.
- Have a strong academic record from your Matric exams.
- Be pursuing a full-time degree in a healthcare field that aligns with our department’s priorities.
- Demonstrate financial need.
- NOT be a recipient of any other bursary
By accepting the bursary, you commit to working for the Eastern Cape Department of Health for a specified period after graduation.
How To Apply
Interested candidates will have to download and complete their Eastern Cape Dept of Health Bursary Application Form. The application forms can also be obtained from and submitted to respective Eastern Cape Department of Health district offices.
After completion of the form, applicants are required to submit clear copies of the listed supporting documents along with their completed application form. The required documents are:
- ID document (certified copy)
- Matric mid-year and latest results, if currently in Matric
- Latest academic results, if at the tertiary level
- Proof of application/ admission to a tertiary institution
- Proof of physical address
- Parents/guardians’ proof of income (latest payslips if employed/ affidavit if unemployed/ proof of pension income or grant/ death certificate if deceased) (certified copies)
- Medical certificate if disabled
If any of the required documents are missing, your application will not be considered as they are all compulsory. Applicants should also check the Eastern Cape Department of Health website for specific requirements related to their chosen field of study.
Eastern Cape Department of Health Bursary Closing Date
The deadline for the Eastern Cape Department of Health Bursary 2025 is October 31st. Submit your application before the deadline to ensure it’s considered. Late applications will not be accepted.
Contact Details:
Address: Dukumbana Building Independence Avenue Bhisho 5605
Post: Private Bag X 0038, Bhisho, 5605
Tel: 08000 32364