Pearson South Africa provides trusted CAPS-approved textbooks, digital and supplementary resources, as well as services and support to ensure learning is engaging and effective for both learners and teachers in South African schools. The company provides content in all 11 official South African languages and has a footprint in all 9 provinces across the country.
Pearson is one of the top global learning companies, with a presence in almost 70 countries. The education provider combines world-class educational content and assessment, which are powered by services and technology, to ensure efficient teaching and personalised learning at a greater scale.
ABOUT THE PEARSON SOUTH AFRICA BURSARY PROGRAMME – FIELDS COVERED
Pearson South Africa is inviting students to apply for Pearson’s External Bursary Programme, for the 2024 academic year.
The bursary will be awarded to academically deserving students, who lack the funding or financial means to cover their study fees. The bursary will cover ALL fields of study, including students with outstanding university fees, for the 2021 academic year.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE PEARSON SOUTH AFRICA BURSARY
Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying (please note that failure to satisfy all the requirements will lead to your application not being considered):
- You must be a South African citizen
- You must be studying or intend on studying towards a tertiary qualification, that is SAQA accredited
- You must be studying or intend on studying recognised and accredited public or private University or University of Technology in South Africa
- You must have achieved a minimum overall average of 60% in your most recent studies (Matric or tertiary level)
- You must have a total household income of NOT more than R450 000 per annum
- You must be unemployed
HOW TO APPLY FOR THE PEARSON SOUTH AFRICA BURSARY
Applications must be submitted online at: Pearson South Africa Bursary Application 2024
Applicants must also submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation via email to: [email protected]
(Insert the words “Pearson South Africa Bursary Application” in the email subject line).
Note: the submission of these documents is compulsory – if any items are missing, your application may be disqualified:
- South African ID document (certified copy)
- Quotation from university for all study fees (on institutions letterhead)
- Most recent academic results (Matric Certificate or Academic Transcripts)
- Proof of parents/ guardians household income (latest payslips if employed, affidavit if unemployed, proof of grant or pension if applicable)
CLOSING DATE FOR THE PEARSON SOUTH AFRICA BURSARY
30 November.
(Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted – please apply before the closing date to ensure your application is considered.)
CONTACT THE BURSARY PROVIDER
For any queries related to this bursary programme, please contact Pearson South Africa directly:
Email: [email protected]