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VGI Consulting Bursary

Offered by VGI Consulting

Closed Usually closes around November

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The VGI Consulting Bursary supports BEng, BTech and BSc students aged 18 to 25 in chemical, civil, electrical and mechanical engineering, from second year onwards, with vacation work.

Fields of study

  • Chemical Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering

Who can apply

  • Be a South African citizen
  • Be between 18 and 25 years old
  • Have completed Matric
  • Be studying full-time, towards an undergraduate Bachelor of Engineering (BEng), Bachelor of Technology (BTech) or Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree, within one of the fields of study listed above
  • Have completed your 1st year of study with a minimum overall average of 60%
  • Be entering your 2nd or higher year of study in 2026
  • Be studying at a recognised and accredited University or University of Technology in South Africa
  • Not currently be in receipt of any other bursary awards

What the bursary covers

  • University registration fee
  • Tuition fees
  • Study material
  • Examinations fees
  • Vacation work at the company may be required during university holidays.
  • Funding is renewed each year if you meet the academic requirements.

What a work-back bursary means

Documents you will need

  • ID document (certified copy)
  • Matric certificate (certified copy)
  • Most recent academic record (certified copy)
  • Proof of university enrolment
  • Most recent University Financial Statement
  • Motivational letter to support your application and explain why you should be awarded a bursary (read our tips on how to write a motivational letter for your bursary application)

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
    Email [email protected]Email [email protected]

    Download and complete the VGI Consulting Bursary Application Form 2026 (.pdf)

  4. Submit before the closing date

    Usually closes around November. 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 VGI Consulting

VGI Consulting is a Southern African engineering firm specialising in pipelines, structural, mechanical and geotechnical engineering.

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