Electrical Engineering Bursaries in South Africa 2026
Electrical and electronic engineering bursaries. Browse 11 funding opportunities — updated May 2026.
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Sasol Bursary Programme
Sasol
Sasol's flagship bursary programme funds South African students in engineering, IT, and commerce — covering tuition, accommodation, and vacation employment.
Eskom Bursary Programme
Eskom
Eskom bursaries fund engineering, IT, and finance students across South Africa — covering the full cost of study plus vacation employment.
Anglo American Bursary
Anglo American
Anglo American funds mining engineering, geology, and related engineering students with a full bursary including vacation employment at their operations.
MTN South Africa Bursary
MTN South Africa
MTN funds engineering, ICT, and data science students with a full bursary including vacation employment at South Africa's largest mobile network.
Telkom Foundation Bursary
Telkom Foundation
The Telkom Foundation funds ICT, computer science, and electrical engineering students. Notably, this bursary has no workback obligation and is NSFAS-compatible.
Harmony Gold Mining Bursary
Harmony Gold Mining
Harmony Gold funds mining engineering, geology, and engineering students in South Africa with a full bursary including vacation employment at their gold mines.
Transnet Engineering Bursary
Transnet SOC Ltd
Transnet offers engineering bursaries to South African students studying mechanical, electrical, civil, and industrial engineering — with vacation employment at their logistics operations.
MICT SETA Bursary & Learnership
Media, Information and Communication Technologies SETA (MICT SETA)
MICT SETA offers bursaries and learnerships for ICT and media students at both university and TVET level. NSFAS-compatible with no workback.
MERSETA Bursary & Learnership Programme
Manufacturing, Engineering and Related Services SETA (MERSETA)
MERSETA funds engineering and manufacturing students at both university and TVET level. A key funding option for students in technical disciplines who need support alongside NSFAS.
Women in Engineering Bursary (WISA/ECSA)
Various Engineering Companies (WISA Programme)
Multiple engineering companies offer bursaries exclusively for women in engineering. Targeted at addressing gender equity in South Africa's engineering sector.
Glencore / Merafe Resources Engineering Bursary
Glencore / Merafe Resources
Glencore and Merafe Resources fund mining engineering, geology, and related engineering students with a full bursary and vacation employment at South African mining operations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Electrical Engineering bursaries are available in South Africa in 2026?
There are 11 electrical engineering bursaries currently listed on our platform, including corporate, government, and SETA-funded opportunities. They range from partial tuition bursaries to full cost-of-study awards.
When do Electrical Engineering bursary applications open?
Most corporate bursaries open between August and October for the following academic year. Some government bursaries accept applications year-round. Always check the official provider website for exact dates.
What marks do I need for a Electrical Engineering bursary?
Academic requirements vary by provider. Most electrical engineering bursaries require a minimum average of 60–70%. Some merit bursaries require 75%+ while others prioritise financial need over marks.