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Closing Date: 20 October 2025 at 23:59
Location: Limpopo Province, South Africa
Programme Start: February 2026 (China)
About the Bursary:
The Limpopo Office of the Premier, in partnership with ETDPSETA, invites unemployed youth from Limpopo to apply for the fully funded Chinese Bursary Programme 2026. Successful candidates will study a four-year bachelor’s degree in China, with tuition, accommodation, meals, stipend, and international flights fully covered.
Fields of Study:
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Bachelor of Engineering – Data Science & Big Data Technology (Ref: TDP/DSBDT/2025)
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Bachelor of Science – Mathematics & Applied Mathematics (Ref: ETDP/MAM/2025)
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Bachelor of Engineering – New Energy Power Generation Engineering Technology (Ref: ETDP/NEPG/2025)
Minimum Requirements:
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Passed Mathematics and Physical Science with at least 60% in Grade 12
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Overall average of 60% or higher in Grade 12
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Age 30 years or younger
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Unemployed and not currently studying
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South African citizen residing in Limpopo Province
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No criminal record
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Preference to social grant recipients (proof required)
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Grade 12 completed from 2022 onward
Documents Required:
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Motivation letter (max 2 pages) with chosen qualification reference number
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Certified Grade 12 Certificate
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Statement of Results
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Certified South African ID
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Proof of residence (not older than 3 months)
All documents must be uploaded as a single file on the Limpopo eRecruitment system.
Programme Benefits:
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Full tuition, accommodation, meals, stipend, and international flights
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Pre-departure training, including Mandarin language and cultural orientation
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Academic and psychosocial support throughout the four-year programme
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Study at one of these Chinese universities:
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Jiangsu University (Nanjing Province)
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Sanda University (Xanhai, Zhejiang)
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Mianyang University (Sichuan Province)
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How to Apply:
Submit your application online via: Limpopo eRecruitment System
Enquiries:
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Ms. Salome Mokgaphane: 069 354 0965 | Mokgaphanes@premier.limpopo.gov.za
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Mr. Eastern Nemalili: 066 487 1499 | Nemalilie@premier.limpopo.gov.za
Important Notes:
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Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
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Applications not responded to within three months are considered unsuccessful
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The Office of the Premier reserves the right to select candidates based on provincial needs and priorities