Magalies Water Bursary

Offered by Magalies Water

Closed Usually closes around October

The Magalies Water Bursary supports students aged 18 to 35 with at least 65% in Matric who are studying biotechnology, chemistry, civil or electrical engineering, ICT and other water-sector qualifications, from N4 level to degrees.

Fields of study

  • Biotechnology or Microbiology (Bachelors Degree/ Diploma NQF6)
  • Chemistry or Analytical Chemistry (Bachelors Degree/ Diploma NQF6)
  • Civil Engineering (Bachelors Degree/ Diploma NQF6/ N4-N6)
  • Electrical Engineering (Bachelors Degree/ Diploma NQF6/ N4-N6)
  • Information and Communication Technology (ICT) (Bachelors Degree)
  • Mechanical Engineering (Bachelors Degree/ Diploma NQF6/ N4-N6)
  • Water Care (Advance Diploma/ Diploma NQF6)

Who can apply

  • Be a South African citizen
  • Be between 18 and 35 years old
  • Be currently in Matric or have completed Matric
  • Have achieved a minimum overall average of 65% in Matric
  • Be studying or intend on studying full time, towards one of the qualifications listed above, in 2027
  • Be studying or intend on studying at a registered and accredited tertiary institution in South Africa
  • Preference will be given to female candidates, previously disadvantaged candidates and people with disabilities

Documents you will need

  • ID document (certified copy)
  • Grade 11 final results and Matric latest results, if currently in Matric (certified copy)
  • Matric certificate, if completed Matric (certified copy)
  • Most recent results/ academic record, if currently studying (on institutions letterhead or logo) (certified copy)
  • Proof of acceptance/ provisional acceptance at a Higher Education Institution

Full bursary documents checklist

How to apply

  1. Check the requirements

    Make sure you meet every requirement listed above. Applications that miss one are usually rejected automatically.

  2. Prepare your documents

    Scan clear copies of everything the provider asks for, certified where required.

  3. Apply through the official channel

    Download and complete the Magalies Water Bursary Application Form (.pdf)

  4. Submit before the closing date

    Usually closes around October. Late applications are almost never accepted.

Applications for the current cycle have closed. This bursary usually opens again each year, so prepare your documents now and check back.

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About Magalies Water

Magalies Water is a state-owned regional water utility supplying bulk water to parts of Gauteng, Limpopo and North West.

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