Limpopo Office of the Premier invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for the Chinese Bursary Programme 2026 vacancy.
The closing date for applications is 20 October 2025.
About the Chinese Bursary Programme 2026
The Limpopo Office of the Premier, together with the Education, Training and Development Practices Sector Education and Training Authority (ETDPSETA), has created a chance for young South Africans from Limpopo to study abroad in China.
Starting in February 2026, you could earn a four‑year bachelor’s degree without paying any tuition or living costs.
What the Programme Offers
- Full tuition for all four years.
- Room and board at a university dorm or student house.
- Monthly stipend to cover your day‑to‑day expenses.
- Round‑trip flights between South Africa and China.
- Before‑departure training in Mandarin language and local culture.
- Continuous academic and mental‑health support during your studies.
After graduation, you will return to South Africa ready to share your new knowledge and help the country grow, especially in technology and clean energy.
Field of Study
You can pick one of the following programmes, all of which are in high demand back home.
- Bachelor of Engineering – Data Science & Big Data Technology (Reference: TDP/DSBDT/2025).
- Bachelor of Science – Mathematics & Applied Mathematics (Reference: ETDP/MAM/2025).
- Bachelor of Engineering – New Energy Power Generation Engineering Technology (Reference: ETDP/NEPG/2025).
These subjects teach you to analyze data, design renewable power solutions, and create smarter engineering systems.
Who Can Apply
To be considered, you must meet the simple checklist below.
- Be a South African citizen still living in Limpopo.
- Be 30 years old or younger.
- Score at least 60 % in both Mathematics and Physical Science in Grade 12.
- Have an overall Grade 12 average of 60 % or higher.
- Not be working or studying at another university.
- Have no criminal record.
- If you receive a social grant, we will give you extra weight (prove it with a SASSA letter).
- Finish Grade 12 between 2022 and 2025.
What You Need to Submit
All your documents must be bundled into one PDF file and uploaded on the Limpopo eRecruitment System.
Required papers:
- A two‑page motivation letter explaining why you deserve the bursary and the course code you chose.
- A certified copy of your Grade 12 certificate and your latest result slip.
- A certified copy of your South African ID.
- Proof of residence (e.g., a recent utility bill, not older than three months).
- If you receive a grant, a confirmation letter from SASSA.
Make sure everything is clear, correct, and signed where needed.
Where You’ll Study
Top universities in China will welcome you, including:
- Jiangsu University (Nanjing Province)
- Sanda University (Zhejiang Province)
- Mianyang University (Sichuan Province)
These schools have great labs, experienced teachers, and modern campus life.
How to Apply
- Go to the Limpopo eRecruitment portal: https://erecruitment.limpopo.gov.za/.
- Log in or create an account.
- Upload your single PDF file with all documents.
- Double‑check that every page has the correct spelling and dates.
- Confirm your submission.
Only applications that have gone through this online process will be viewed.
Contact for Help
If you have questions or need help preparing your application, reach out to:
- Ms. Salome Mokgaphane – 069 354 0965 – Mokgaphanes@premier.limpopo.gov.za
- Mr. Eastern Nemalili – 066 487 1499 – Nemalilie@premier.limpopo.gov.za
Important Notes
- We will only call those who are selected as finalists.
- If you do not hear from us within three months after 20 October 2025, consider your application not successful.
- The Premier’s Office may choose candidates based on the province’s current needs and the number of spots available at the universities.
This programme is a gateway to a bright future. It lets you study in one of the world’s most advanced countries and then bring new skills back to South Africa.
Don’t miss the chance to apply before the deadline on 20 October 2025. Your next chapter begins here.