Applications are now open for the 2025 Vodacom Bursary Programme.
This prestigious academic Merit Bursary is available to full-time first-year, second-year, or third-year students aiming to study or currently studying in the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields.
Many students may lack the essential resources to pursue their studies further; this bursary seeks to bridge that gap.
Programme Requirements
- South African Citizenship: Applicants must be South African citizens by birth.
- Full-time Studies: You must undertake full-time undergraduate studies at a South African tertiary institution.
- Grade 12 Performance: A pass in Grade 12 with exemption, achieving 70% or higher across all subjects.
- Tertiary Academic Performance: If already in tertiary education, a minimum of 65% average or higher is required.
- Eligibility for Current Students: Current students from the first year upwards at accredited South African tertiary institutions who meet all the above criteria are eligible to apply.
Key Offerings
- Accommodation: Full university accommodation or a capped amount for private accommodation.
- Financial Support: Coverage of full registration and tuition fees.
- Textbook Allocation: Provision for required textbooks.
- Meal Allowance: An allowance to cover meals.
Additional Benefits
- Laptop and Cellphone: Provision of a laptop and cellphone.
- Orientation Workshop: An introductory workshop for all new students accepted into the programme.
- Vacation Work Programme: Structured workplace exposure through our Vacation Work programme.
- Work Readiness Training: Skills training to prepare final-year bursars for the workforce.
- Wellness Programme: Full access to our Wellness Programme (ICAS) services.
Application Procedure
- Eligibility Check: Ensure that you meet all the specified criteria before applying.
- Application Submission: Register and apply online. Upon receipt of your application, our Bursary Management team will confirm via email and keep you updated throughout the assessment process.
Deadline: Applications for the 2025 intake will close on 31 August 2024.
For More Information
Visit the Official Webpage of the Vodacom Bursary Programme here.
