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External bursaries

Explore available bursary opportunities, application information, external funding options, and student financial support resources.

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AMAZON Recruitment Bursary

ARC/Vuna Postgraduate Bursary

BEEFMASTER

BSM GOLDSTEIN

  • Application form - The BSM HC Goldstein Bursary
  • Students from their second year, any study field, with a minimum average of 70% can apply
  • Total combined household income not to exceed R350 000.00 per annum
  • New applications closing date: 31 August
  • Renewed applications closing date: 31 December
  • Please send applications directly to RBA@Nedbank.co.za before the closing date

BDO Bursary

CETA Unemployed Bursary

COID (Compensation Fund Bursary Scheme)

Link to apply: https://csir-auraams.app/
Contact: CSIR IBS team
Tel: +27(12) 841 3304
Email:  hcd-interbursary@csir.co.za
Closing date: 31 August

CSIR Bursary Programmes

DELL SA Development Fund

  • Dell Bursary Application Form 2026

  • Undergraduate students in the fields of IT, marketing, finance or B.Com general.

    • Students must apply to the university financial aid office, completing the application form and providing all supporting documents to finaidbursaries@ufs.ac.za
    • Total combined household income should not exceed R450 000 .

    Applications close on 02 February 2026 to be submitted at finaidbursaries@ufs.ac.za

Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development

Eskom Engineering Degree Bursary Programme - Grade 12 Applicants (2027 intake)

  • Eskom Engineering Degree Bursary Programme application for Grade 12 applicants
  • Bursary reference: eskom_bur_006224
  • Bursary status: Online
  • Closing date: 22 September 2026
  • Open to South African citizens who are currently in Grade 12 or who matriculated in 2025 and will begin their first year of tertiary study in 2027. Applicants must not be receiving another bursary.
  • Applicants must provide their Grade 11 final results or Grade 12 certificate and meet English Level 4, Pure Mathematics Level 5 and Physical Science Level 5.
  • Conditional acceptance from a public university is required, where available, for an eligible BEng or BSc engineering programme.
  • Eligible fields include Industrial, Electrical, Electrical and Computer, Electronic, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Civil, Data, Chemical, Electromechanical, Metallurgy, Software, Renewable Energy, and Measurement Control and Instrumentation Engineering.
  • Applications for BEng Tech qualifications will not be considered. Grade 11 results may be considered initially, but the final decision will depend on the applicant's 2026 final matric results.
  • Applicants may be required to undergo a psychometric assessment.

Eskom Engineering Degree Bursary Programme - Current Degree Students (2027 intake)

  • Eskom Engineering Degree Bursary Programme application for current degree students
  • Bursary reference: eskom_bur_006319
  • Bursary status: Online
  • Closing date: 22 September 2026
  • Open to South African citizens who are currently enrolled as first- or second-year engineering degree students at a recognised public tertiary institution. Applicants must not be receiving another bursary.
  • Applicants must have an overall academic average of at least 60%, no carried-over subjects and must submit a full academic record. The final decision will depend on the 2026 academic results.
  • Eligible fields include Industrial, Electrical, Electrical and Computer, Electronic, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Civil, Data, Chemical, Electromechanical, Metallurgy, Software, Renewable Energy, and Measurement Control and Instrumentation Engineering.
  • Applications for BEng Tech qualifications will not be considered.
  • Applicants may be required to undergo a psychometric assessment.

Eskom Engineering Diploma Bursary Programme - Grade 12 Applicants (2027 intake)

  • Eskom Engineering Diploma Bursary Programme application for Grade 12 applicants
  • Closing date: 22 September 2026
  • Open to South African citizens who are currently in Grade 12 or who matriculated in 2025 and will begin their first year of tertiary study in 2027. Applicants must not be receiving another bursary.
  • Applicants must provide their Grade 11 final results or Grade 12 certificate and meet Level 4 in English, Pure Mathematics and Physical Science.
  • Conditional acceptance from a University of Technology is required, where available, for an eligible engineering Diploma or BEng Tech programme. Applications for Advanced Diploma qualifications will not be considered.

Eskom Non-Technical Degree Bursary Programme - Grade 12 Applicants (2027 intake)

  • Eskom Non-Technical Degree Bursary Programme application for Grade 12 applicants
  • Bursary reference: eskom_bur_006226
  • Bursary status: Online
  • Closing date: 22 September 2026
  • Open to South African citizens who are currently in Grade 12 or who matriculated in 2025 and will begin their first year of tertiary study in 2027. Applicants must not be receiving another bursary.
  • Applicants must provide their Grade 11 final results or Grade 12 certificate. The minimum requirements are subject to acceptance into an applicable bachelor's degree programme at a recognised public South African university.
  • Conditional university acceptance is required, where available, for one of the specified non-technical degree programmes.
  • Eligible fields include Land Surveying, Geographic Information Systems, Physics, Chemistry, Applied Mathematics, Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Environmental and Water Science, Data Science, Computer Science, Information Technology, Accounting Science, Economics and Econometrics, Industrial Relations, Industrial Psychology, Psychology, Social Sciences, Human Resources, Financial Management, Law, Logistics, Quantity Surveying, Information Systems, Geomatics, Project Management, Supply Chain Management, Safety Management, Nursing and Radiology.
  • Applications for Diploma qualifications will not be considered. Grade 11 results may be considered initially, but the final decision will depend on the applicant's 2026 matric results.
  • Applicants may be required to undergo a psychometric assessment.

Eskom Non-Technical Degree Bursary Programme - Current Non-Technical Degree Students (2027 intake)

  • Eskom Non-Technical Degree Bursary Programme application for current degree students
  • Bursary reference: eskom_bur_006321
  • Bursary status: Online
  • Closing date: 22 September 2026
  • Open to South African citizens who are currently enrolled as first- or second-year non-technical degree students at a recognised public tertiary institution. Applicants must not be receiving another bursary.
  • Applicants must have an overall academic average of at least 60%, no carried-over subjects and must submit a full academic record. The final decision will depend on the 2026 academic results.
  • Eligible fields include Land Surveying, Geographic Information Systems, Physics, Chemistry, Applied Mathematics, Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Environmental and Water Science, Data Science, Computer Science, Information Technology, Accounting Science, Economics and Econometrics, Industrial Relations, Industrial Psychology, Psychology, Social Sciences, Human Resources, Financial Management, Law, Logistics, Quantity Surveying, Information Systems, Geomatics, Project Management, Supply Chain Management, Safety Management, Nursing and Radiology.
  • Applications for Diploma qualifications will not be considered.
  • Applicants may be required to undergo a psychometric assessment.

Eskom Engineering Diploma Bursary Programme - Current Diploma Students (2027 intake)

  • Eskom Engineering Diploma Bursary Programme application
  • Closing date: 22 September 2026
  • Open to South African citizens who are currently enrolled for an engineering diploma at a recognised public tertiary institution and are not receiving another bursary.
  • Available to first- and second-year engineering diploma students and third-year BEng Tech students in Electrical or Industrial Engineering. Applications for Advanced Diploma qualifications will not be considered.
  • Applicants must submit a full academic record. University of Technology students must have an overall aggregate of at least 50% and no carried-over subjects.

Ernst and Ethel Eriksen Trust

ETDP SETA

  • Who Can Apply:

    • Undergraduate students in the fields of Bachelor of Education, PGCE, Accounting, Law, Arts, Business Administration, or Public Administration .
    • There is limited space; first preference will be given to first-year Bachelor of Education students .
    • Required Documents (Certified within 3 months):
    1. Copy of ID
    2. Matric certificate / academic results
    3. Proof of household income (Both Parents)

    Additional Information:

    • Total combined household income should not exceed R600,000 .

    Senior students should submit their application via the following link: ETDP Seta application form

    • First-year students must apply through the University Financial Aid office by submitting all supporting documents to finaidbursaries@ufs.ac.za

    • Closing date 21 January 2026

FEENIX First Rand Empowerment Foundation PGRD bursary

Free State Provincial Government

Fundza Lushaka Bursary

HCI Foundation

  • SA citizens under the age of 35 years
  • Full time undergraduate studies at a University or a University of Technology in any year of study
  • Gross family income must be less than R38 000 per month
  • Apply online at http://bursary.hcifoundation.co.za
  • Closing date 30 September

Hollywood Foundation Bursary programme

IDC Bursaries

  • The IDC Bursary is open to unemployed eligible South African citizens with financial needs.
  • Applicants should be studying or intend to study full-time toward Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM qualifications), including Accounting/Financial Studies and Law .
  • IDC BURSARY LINK
  • Applications open 1st of June
  • Closing date: 30 September

IDC Bursaries for persons living with disability

ISSF (INSURANCE SECTOR STUDENT FUND)

KN Inzuzo Trust Bursary

  • KN Inzuzo Trust Bursary Application Form 2026
  • Closing date: 18 October 2026
  • Open to Black South African women in financial need who are enrolled in their second year, third year, or postgraduate studies at an accredited South African university.
  • Applicants must be registered for a full-time qualification and have achieved a minimum average of 60% in their most recent year of study. First-year students will not be considered.
  • Preferred fields of study:
    • Bachelor of Commerce in Logistics
    • Diploma in Logistics Management
    • Bachelor of Commerce in Transport Economics
    • Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting
    • Bachelor of Commerce in Financial Management
    • Bachelor of Commerce in Information Systems
  • Applicants must demonstrate financial need, academic excellence, and strong leadership through school, university, or community engagement. Students with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
  • Submit the completed application form and all supporting documents by email to info.kninzuzotrust@kuehne-nagel.com or hand-deliver them to Busi Mabena, The Kuehne+Nagel Inzuzo Trust, 9 Nguni Drive, Longmeadow West Business Park, Edenvale.

The Department of Agriculture

Legal Practitioners Fidelity Fund

LG SETA

Lindsey Milne Bursary

  • Lindsey Milne Bursary Application Form
  • Assist students wishing to pursue a career in the Subtropical fruit industry in SA. To this end, financial assistance will be provided to students studying towards a BSc (Agric) degree, preferably majoring in Horticultural Science or Agricultural Economics. (Closing date: 31 October)
  • Applications should be emailed to Delané Landman: delane@subtrop.co.za
  • The Bursary bin brings you seven learnership and internship opportunities.  Please visit www.bursarybin.com for more information.

MAD Leadership Foundation Scholarship Opportunities

MARGARET MCNAMARA EDUCATION GRANTS SA

MERIEUX NUTRI SCIENCES

  • MXNS Bursary Application
    Declaration by employee

    This is only for deserving 2nd year to 4th year students and preferably in the BioSciences, Microbiology, Chemistry, Agriculture, Food Science fields of studies. We will consider others based on merit.

    EEA1 (Declaration by employee) form is mandatory (see attachment) they can ignore the workplace number.
    You are also required to submit your updated student fee account for 2024, proof of registration, certified copy of your ID, proof of address (not residence detail), proof parent/guardian earnings. (we do not have a salary limit and request that student complete this section with accurate information).

    Bursary funding is paid directly to the institution, there are no exceptions.
    Closing date: 31 January

MOSHAL PROGRAM

  • 2026 applications open in April
  • Degrees we fund, Accounting, Actuarial Science, Commerce, Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Medicine, Mathematics, Pharmacy, Statistics
  • To see if you meet our criteria, and apply go to www.moshalprogram.org.za

MQA BURSARY PROGRAMME

NEDBANK Bursary

OLD MUTUAL Chartered Accounting bursary programme

PETER HAWORTH MEMORIAL/CICELY HAWORTH WAHL

SAAGA Bursary

  • SAAGA Bursary Application Form
  • The SA Avocado Growers' Association (SAAGA) makes bursaries available to individuals from historically disadvantaged groups for studies towards a BSc (Agric) or equivalent degrees majoring in Horticultural Science or Agricultural Economics/Agribusiness (CLOSING DATE 31 OCTOBER) Applications should be emailed to Delané Landman: delane@subtrop.co.za

SAMBA

  • SAMBA
  • Earn a BONUS if you pay your child's University fees through Samba

SAPOA

Standard Bank loans

SASSETA BURSARIES

STIGLINGH Memorial bursary

Student Hero (Student Finance Facilitator)

  • Please click on the link for more information Student Hero

TETA Bursary

The Thapelo Madibeng Bursary Scheme

Thermo Fisher Scientific Phambili Trust

Transnet

  • Contact details:
    T: +27 11 584 1192
    F: +27 11 774 9235

VOLKSWAGEN SA (VWSA)

VKB LANDBOU (PTY) LTD

  • The bursary covers the following:

- tuition
- books
- accommodation

  • Value of bursary: R123 000
  • Terms: one year work back agreement for each year of funding
  • Link to apply
  • Closing date: 31 August

WBHO Construction PTY

WENOSA Scholarship Programme

  • WENOSA Scholarship Programme 2026
  • Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
  • Terms and Conditions
  • Applications open: 1 August 2026
  • Closing date: 31 August 2026 at 23h59
  • Scholarship Opportunity:
    • 10 Undergraduate Scholarships (Final Year)
    • 15 Postgraduate Scholarships (Final Year Honours, Master's or Doctoral)
    • Funding of up to R50 000 per successful applicant
  • Eligibility:
    • South African citizen.
    • Identify as female.
    • Registered at a recognised South African public university.
    • Final year of study during the 2026 academic year.
    • Minimum academic average of 65%.
    • Demonstrate financial need and leadership potential.
  • Applications must be submitted through the official WENOSA online application platform.

FirstRand Empowerment Foundation (First time entering Grade 12 opportunities)

 

Contact details

Telephone +27 51 401 9111 (Option 3)

Email Finaidbursaries@ufs.ac.za

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