Eskom Bursaries 2027: University and University of Technology Bursary Opportunities
Eskom is offering a range of bursary opportunities for the 2027 academic year to students who want to study at South African universities and universities of technology.
The Eskom bursary programmes cover both engineering and non-technical fields, with opportunities available to Grade 12 learners as well as students who are already studying towards eligible qualifications.
There are separate bursary opportunities for students entering university or university of technology for the first time and for current students continuing with their studies.
Eskom Bursary Programmes Available for 2027
- Eskom has opened several bursary programmes covering engineering and non-technical qualifications.
Eskom Engineering Degree Bursary – Grade 12 Applicants
- This opportunity is aimed at Grade 12 learners who intend to begin an engineering degree in 2027.
- Applicants should check the official Eskom vacancy page for the specific engineering qualifications, admission requirements and supporting documents required.
Eskom Engineering Degree Bursary – Current Degree Students
- Current university students who are already studying towards an eligible engineering degree can apply for the 2027 intake, subject to Eskom’s requirements.
Eskom Engineering Diploma Bursary – Grade 12 Applicants
- Grade 12 learners who intend to study towards an eligible engineering diploma at a university of technology can apply for this bursary programme.
Eskom Engineering Diploma Bursary – Current Diploma Students
- Students who are already studying towards an eligible engineering diploma can apply for the current diploma student bursary opportunity.
Eskom Non-Technical Degree Bursary – Grade 12 Applicants
- Eskom is also offering bursaries for Grade 12 learners who plan to study towards eligible non-technical degrees in 2027.
- This provides an opportunity for students who are interested in fields outside of engineering and other technical disciplines.
Eskom Non-Technical Degree Bursary – Current Students
- Students who are already studying towards eligible non-technical degrees can also apply for the 2027 bursary intake.
Eligibility requirements differ between the individual Eskom bursary programmes.
The opportunities include applicants who are:
- Currently in Grade 12 and planning to study in 2027.
- Current university students studying towards an eligible degree.
- Current university of technology students studying towards an eligible diploma.
- Students who meet the academic and other requirements specified by Eskom.
Applicants should carefully read the requirements for the specific bursary they are applying for before submitting an application.
Engineering Bursary:
Degree studies (BEng / BSc):
- Chemical Engineering (BEng / BSc)
- Civil Engineering (BEng / BSc)
- Data Engineering (BEng / BSc)
- Electrical & Computer Engineering (BEng / BSc)
- Electronic Engineering (BEng / BSc)
- Electrical Engineering (Heavy current) (BEng / BSc)
- Electrical Engineering (Light current) (BEng / BSc)
- Electro Mechanical Engineering (BEng / BSc)
- Industrial Engineering (BEng / BSc)
- Measurement Control and Instrumentation (BEng / BSc)
- Mechanical Engineering (BEng / BSc)
- Mechatronics Engineering (BEng / BSc)
- Metallurgy Engineering (BEng / BSc)
- Renewable Energy Engineering (BEng / BSc)
- Software Engineering (BEng / BSc)
Diploma studies:
- Chemical Engineering (Diploma)
- Civil Engineering (Diploma)
- Data Engineering (Diploma)
- Electrical Engineering (BEng Tech)
- Electrical Engineering (Heavy current) (Diploma)
- Electrical Engineering (Light current) (Diploma)
- Industrial Engineering (BEng Tech)
- Mechanical Engineering (Diploma)
- Measurement Control & Instrumentation (Diploma)
Non-Technical Bursary:
Degree studies:
- Accounting Science
- Acturial Science
- Applied Mathematics
- Chemistry
- Computer Science
- Data Science
- Economics & Econometrics
- Environmental & Water Science
- Financial Management
- Geographic Information System
- Geomatics
- Human Resources
- Industrial Psychology
- Industrial Relations
- Information Systems
- Information Technology
- Land Surveying
- Law
- Logistics
- Nursing
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Project Management
- Psychology
- Quantity Surveying
- Radiology
- Safety Management
- Social Science
- Statistics
- Supply Chain Management
Applications must be submitted online at:
Engineering Degree Bursary:
- Eskom Engineering Bursary Application: Current Matric students (reference: eskom_bur_006224)
- Eskom Engineering Bursary Application: Current University students (reference: eskom_bur_006319)
Engineering Diploma Bursary:
- Eskom Engineering Bursary Application: Current Matric students (reference: eskom_bur_006320)
- Eskom Engineering Bursary Application: Current University of Technology students (reference: eskom_bur_006824)
Non-Technical Bursary:
- Eskom Non-Technical Bursary Application: Current Matric students (reference: eskom_bur_006226)
- Eskom Non-Technical Bursary Application: Current University students (reference: eskom_bur_006321)
Closing date: 22 September 2026.