The National Department of Social Development is offering scholarships to the needy and deserving students of South Africa. Applications are invited from students who are pursuing or interested in enrolling for a Social Work qualification.
Eligibility
The applicant must:
Be a South African Citizen
- New applicants must comply with the entry requirements set by the University and provide proof of admission by the University or a proof of payment for admission.
- Fully and correctly complete the scholarship application form which is obtainable from the Social Work faculty at the University or from the Provincial Departments of Social Development (See contact details below).
- Attach the following documentation such as a CV, certified copies of grade 12 results, Academic Record, your Identity Document, your parents or legal guardian identity document and their proof of income.
- Be prepared to enter into an agreement for counter service with the Department of Social Development.
Remember:
THE STUDENT SHOULD STILL APPLY TO THE UNIVERSITY OF HIS/HER CHOICE TO REQUEST ADMISSION.
The Applicant must:
- Be a South African Citizen
- Comply with the entry requirements set by the University
- Fully and correctly complete the Scholarship Application form
- Be prepared to enter into an agreement with the Department (More details will be contained in the agreement)
- Must complete the qualification within the minimum period as prescribed by the University
What Documentation must I attach to my application?
New applicants
- Certified copy of Grade 12 results
- Certified copy of Identity Document of applicant
- Certified copy of ID and Proof of income of Parent/ Guardian
- Current first year students/Prospective students in Social Work who need to undergo a selection process as prescribed by the University must provide proof that they have been selected to continue with their studies. (proof of admission by the University/proof of payment for admission)
- Certified copy of Identity Document of applicant
- Certified copy of Academic record on the official letterhead of the University
Any South African citizen, who at the time of application, is in Grade 12 or has successfully passed Grade 12 examination with tertiary entrance requirements. Any South African citizen who is pursuing a Social Work qualification at an accredited South African tertiary institution. Selection shall be based primarily on academic performance and financial viability.
Your application form should be accompanied by the tertiary institution’s admission letter, ID copy, Grade 12 certificate copy, academic results and parents/guardian’s proof of income and ID copies and your contact numbers. No application will be considered without any of the mentioned documents.
Conditions
The Department will contribute towards the following costs:
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Registration fee, tuition fee, examination fee, prescribed books, stipend for practical work, residence and meal fee. Students should apply for University accommodation as only university accommodation will be paid for on the scholarship.
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Successful candidates shall enter into a contractual agreement with the Department and they must make satisfactory progress and complete their studies within the minimum period as prescribed by the tertiary institution.
Submissions/Application Forms and Closing Dates
The application form can be accessed at any tertiary institution which is offering a Social Work qualification, Provincial Social Development Offices listed below and on this website as from 01 October 2009.
The application forms should be posted or hand delivered to the relevant Provincial Departments listed below.
National Enquiries Contact:
- Ms Vuyelwa Mngadi at (012) 312 7294 or email: VuyelwaM@dsd.gov.za or
- Ms Kefiloe Bosman at (012) 312 7223 or email: Kefiloeb@dsd.gov.za or
- Ms Tumisang Motsepe at (012) 312 7809 or email: TumisangM@dsd.gov.za.
More Information
- Scholarship Site – National Department of Social Development
- SCHOLARSHIP_STUDENT_GUIDE_2013
- South African SCHOLARSHIPS – Click Here
- Free Undergraduate Scholarships – Click Here
- Undergraduate Scholarships – Click Here
Monyela Mahloromela Wireless says
I’m looking for financial assistant..i wanna be a social worker,my mother can’t afford to pay for my studies she sells vegetables at tembisa…and daddy has neglected us…if there’s anyone who can help please do so
Vusumuzi says
HI! I’m Vusumuzi,I completed matric in 2008,I have an acceptance letter from UNISA,I wish to study for a Social Worker Degree.Please help me I’m unemploy.
Nonkululeko Mdluli says
Hi i’m Nonkululeko Mdluli i would like to be social work but i have no money i passed my matric with a bachelor,i am an orphan who is like to help other orphan’s fulful their dream not suffer like mine afta loosing by my mother and having unknown father.pls help me
sajid says
Hi.
i am very happy to see your sharing comments you all of good kind of student so always study because it is a part of a life.
nathasa says
23 September 2016
Hey I’m nathasa louw I did past my metric last year ..and would really like to go and study social work next year.but do not have money ..could you please help me
NTHABISENG MATSABISA says
hi there, my name is NTHABISENG MATSABISA.
I’ve completed my matric in 2011 ever since then I’ve been trying to apply for bursaries, but none of them couldn’t fund me… I really wanna study. please help. Thank You
kholofelo says
Hello I’m kholofelo sebola I’m interested in studying social worker but I passed my matric with marks that allows me to study for a national diploma at university and I’m interested in social worker can i register for it?
Penny says
Hi my name is Penny k.Masia.I have passed my matric in 2006.currently working as a hostess in a hotel and I hav a good communication skills,I was awarded so many times am now an ambassador.I have always wanted to be a social worker please HELP I need a scholarship as I don’t earn enough wedge
Qaqambile Godongwana says
I really need your busary,i am doing grade 12 ,and i’m going to pass but i don’t have money. I thank you.
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KOBAKILE says
Hi my name is KOBAKILE VINCENT NCHAPODI.im currently doing my grade 12 this year and after matric I Will like to do social worker, my mom is single and does not work so I Will appreciate to get help so that I can continue with my studies
Thabiso Mola says
Hi my name is Thabiso Kgositsile Sidney Mola . My mom she is a single parent raising 3kids . She does not earn alot she takes home almost nothing every month . I need to feather my studies i passed my matric last year but now i am upgrading my subjects . I will really like to go to school. Your help will be highly appreciate if i get assistance from you.
Letlhogonolo Tlhomelang says
Hi,I would really like to study social work.I feel like it is what I have to do and I would appreciate financial assistance as my mom is a single parent and is unemployed
Vuyani says
Hi Im vuyani and I done my matric in 2016 I realy want to be a social work but am not well financial balance
Madire Ignatius says
Hi,
I am Ignatius, a grade 12 Learner.
I need to study Social Worker.
I need help because i have financial problem.
I am Independent Child.
Masego says
Hi Im Masego. Im a grade 12 learner. I want to be a social work I’ll be happy to get help
thabang says
I’m thabang and I passed 26 modules and I dont have parents so o take two modules or one per semester pls help I need this fund to complete my social worker degree
Julia chaka says
Morning… Ever since i completed my matric in 2011 I have been applying for the scholarship with no luck…I do really need the funding to persue my career.
Nthabiseng says
Hi im Nthabiseng and i finished my matric last year 2015 and im not studing anywhere because my famaly have no money so please i need help
dudu says
I’m duduzile mqadi a student social worker at unisa.I need a little help to finish my studies.I’m left with 10 modelus to finish to finish my degree.the thing is NSFAS didn’t fund me this year. can I get any help? I need get this degree.
Thandazile Nkuna says
i I’m a social work student @ Unisa doing level 2,last year I didn’t continue with my studies . Because I couldnt afford financialy.Kindly request you to assist me
mantombi buthelezi says
i would like to thank dsd people for having funded me for four years, i am completing this year i’m very grateful for everything you have done for me. i hope to get a job next year to contribute back to the communities.im wiithout parents the help i got felt like i had both parents. thank you so much.
MONICA says
HI AM MONICA WILL LIKE TO STADY SOCIAL WORKER N I HAVE PASSED MY MATRIC IN 2007 I HAVE BEING APPLYING FOR THE SCOLERSHIP NERVER QUALIFY AND I CANT AFFORD THE FEES CAN I PLS GET HELP PLS IS BEING MY DREAM SINCE I WAS IN PRIMARY.
Mathapelo Esme Phoku says
Hy
I am mathapelo Esme Phoku from soshanguve i just finished my matrix last year n i want to study social worker bt i dnt hv money for my fees, can you help me please
ziyanda says
Good day. I have been accepted to study social work at nmmu, but do not have money yet and i will not be able to pay for fees, book and accommodation. Please help I am In need.
Kamvalethu Miza says
I passed my matric in 2015 and had been granted a place of study Social Worker Degree in the University of Cape Town for 2016.
I am in need of a Bursary,I cannot pay the institution fees.I come from a disadvantaged background in Eastern Cape at Mdantsane.
I would be grateful to have a supporter.
Pule Maroele says
I am Pule Maroele.27yrs.Have matrix.I volunteered for years in an NGO and NPO as Auxilary Social Worker.They gave me certificate that only show that I volunteered.I have a Life Line counseling certificate.I even volunteered on many NGOs and organizations including SAPS victim empowerment.I am now not working and want to study. My cellphone number is 0719973725
Sandisiwe says
hellow,i am sandisiwe i can no aford to pay my fees,can i find any one to pay for me?
siphokazi says
Can a learner that’s currently in grade 12 apply for the scholarship?
Adrian says
Hi,lam adrian l can’t aford to pay my fees,if l can find any one to pay for me,l will be very happy.
Peter says
I applied for scholarship in 2013 and was successful, signed the contract but couldn’t use the sholarship because when I arrived at the university they told me that social work was full.. So I wanna know if I have to apply again or I stl have the scholarship
Thobeka Nyide says
Hi my name is thobeka Nyide , I am a social work student at unisa this is my first year. Last year I was doing my bridging course because my points was not good enough to qualify for a social work and passed very well. I’ve been paying study fees by myself but for next I don’t have money to continue with my studies.Please help me to pay my studies. I love working with people who are poor,orphans and those who don’t have anybody to help them.I resident in Rivonia with my employer, please help with financial.
nqobile says
Hi, im nqobile I finished my matric 2013 I want to be a social worker but theres no money to study, please help