Key Facts
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Eligibility Requirements
- South African citizen, and a bona fide resident of the Eastern Cape
- Matric average of at least 60%
- At least 60% for Mathematics (Mathematical Literacy does not qualify)
- Already holds a firm or provisional acceptance letter for a Mathematics, Science or Technology-related undergraduate qualification at a South African university
About East London Idz Bursary
The East London Industrial Development Zone (ELIDZ) is a state-owned special economic zone in the Eastern Cape that develops industrial infrastructure and attracts manufacturing investment to the region. As part of its skills-development mandate, ELIDZ runs an annual bursary programme aimed at academically strong Eastern Cape matriculants who want to study towards a Mathematics, Science and Technology-related undergraduate qualification, helping to grow the pool of scarce technical skills the zone and the wider province need.
Funding Details
Coverage is to a maximum value of R50,000 per year, and can include registration fees, tuition fees, prescribed books and other approved study materials, and accommodation and meals in a university-administered residence. The exact amount awarded depends on individual assessed need and available funding.
Where You Can Study
Open to students accepted at any South African university, provided the qualification is Mathematics, Science or Technology-related. There is no restriction to a single institution.
About East London Industrial Development Zone (ELIDZ)
The East London Industrial Development Zone is a state-owned corporation established in 2002 under South Africa's Industrial Development Zones programme, now the Special Economic Zones programme, and is owned by the East…
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The bursary is aimed at Eastern Cape residents who have completed matric with strong marks, particularly in Mathematics, and who have already secured a place to study a Mathematics, Science or Technology-related qualification at a South African university.
Application Procedure
Apply directly with the provider using the official application link below, before the closing date.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the ELIDZ bursary open for 2027?
ELIDZ had not published 2027 intake dates as of August 2026. The most recently confirmed cycle was for 2026, which closed on 30 January 2026. Check elidz.co.za for the next call for applications, which is typically published in the second half of the preceding year.
Does the bursary cover Mathematical Literacy students?
No. The 60% Mathematics requirement specifically refers to pure Mathematics, not Mathematical Literacy.
Do I need to already be at university to apply?
No — the bursary is aimed at matriculants who have been accepted (firmly or provisionally) to start an undergraduate qualification, rather than students already partway through their studies.
