Richards Bay Coal Terminal (RBCT) Bursary

Fields of study

Bursaries will be awarded for undergraduate studies, within the following fields

• Accounting (BCom)
• Computer Science / Information Technology (IT) (BSc)
• Electrical Engineering (BSc / BEng / BEng Tech / National Diploma)
• Mechanical Engineering (BSc / BEng / BEng Tech / National Diploma)

Who can apply

• Be a South African citizen
• Be currently in Matric or have completed Matric
• Be studying or intend on studying full-time, towards a qualification within one of the fields of study listed above
• Be studying or intend on studying at a recognised and accredited tertiary institution in South Africa
• Have passed Pure Mathematics and Physical Science, if required for admission to the tertiary qualification
• Be willing to learn and be able to apply your acquired knowledge
• Be able to work independently, as well as in a team
• Have physically fitness and strength
• Have good hand-eye coordination
• Not have a fear of heights
• Have professional conduct
• Take initiative
• Be decisive and able to work under pressure

What the bursary covers

Documents you will need

• ID document (certified copy)
• Grade 11 final results AND Matric certificate (certified copy)
• Latest tertiary academic results, if currently studying (certified copy)
• Proof of application/ registration at a recognized tertiary institute, if available
• Parents or guardians ID documents (certified copies)
• Parents or guardians proof of income (latest payslips if employed/ affidavit if unemployed)
• Motivational letter (to include: why you chose your field of study, what you have done to find out more about this type of a career and your reasons for your application) (read our tips on how to write a motivational letter for your bursary application)
• Short Curriculum Vitae (with contact details – maximum 1 page)

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
   RBCT Bursary Application Form 2027Email [email protected]

   Download and complete the RBCT Bursary Application Form 2027 (.pdf)

4. Submit before the closing date

   Closes 30 October 2026. 30 October 2026. Late applications are almost never accepted.

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Contact the bursary provider

• Email [email protected]

Contact the provider only with questions about this bursary. StudentBursaries.co.za does not process applications.

About Richards Bay Coal Terminal (RBCT)

Richards Bay Coal Terminal (RBCT) is one of the world's largest coal export terminals, at the Port of Richards Bay in KwaZulu-Natal.