Vaal Central Water Bursary

Fields of study

• Chemical Engineering (water related specialisation)
• Civil Engineering (water infrastructure focus)
• Environmental Engineering
• Environmental Science
• Hydrology
• Information Technology (Cyber Security)
• Mechanical Engineering
• Water Management
• Water Treatment & Waste Management

Who can apply

• Be a South African citizen
• Be between 18 and 25 years old
• Have completed Matric (NSC) or equivalent
• Have achieved a minimum result of 60% in Mathematics, Physical Science and related subjects in Matric
• Be studying or intend on studying full-time, towards a qualification relevant to the water and environmental sector, including the fields of study listed above
• Be studying or intend on studying at a recognised and accredited institution of higher education in South Africa
• Engineering students: you must have achieved an APS of between 32 and 36 and a minimum of 60% for Mathematics and Physical Science
• Hydrology and Cyber Security students: you must have achieved an APS of between 30 and 34
• Environmental Science students: you must have achieved an APS of between 28 and 32
• Water Management / Water and Waste Management students: you must have achieved an APS of between 26 and 30
• Have a passion for the water sector
• Be from a disadvantaged background
• Not be receiving any other bursary funding or financial assistance
• Students with disabilities are encouraged to apply
• Preference will be given to: female students, students with disabilities and students who reside in Vaal Central Water’s fence-line communities in the Free State and Northern Cape (communities surrounding Vaal Central Water operations)

What the bursary covers

• Full tuition fees
• Prescribed textbooks
• Accommodation or residence
• A living allowance

Documents you will need

• ID document (certified copy)
• Matric certificate or latest academic results (certified copy)
• Proof of registration or acceptance at an institution
• Proof of residence
• Parents or guardians proof of income (latest payslips if employed/ affidavit if unemployed/ proof of pension or sassa grant if applicable)
• Motivational letter outlining your career goals and how the bursary will help you achieve these goals (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
   Vaal Central Water Bursary Application 2026

   Applications must be submitted online at: Vaal Central Water Bursary Application 2026

4. Submit before the closing date

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

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Contact the bursary provider

• Email [email protected]
• Phone 051 403 0800

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About Vaal Central Water

Vaal Central Water is a public bulk water utility serving municipalities and industries in the Free State, North West and Northern Cape.