Are you a young South Africa student who is committed to Engineering studies? The Siemens Bursary invites applications from students who need financial assistance to pursue their dreams. You must meet all eligibility requirements and be interested in one of studies listed in the fields of study that qualify for funding.
About Siemens
Siemens has been one of big players in the economy of South Africa for over 160 years now. It has continued with its transformation agenda post 1994. The bursary programme is one of many examples of initiative by the company to make a mark in the economy.
Siemens South Africa is one of leaders in technology operating in the country and other parts of the world. It has a broad spectrum of economic areas in which it offers technology services and products. The advantage of receiving a bursary from Siemens is that you will be joining a player that has achieved level 1 BBBEE scoring which means that it takes the question of transformation seriously.
Eligibility Requirements for the Siemens Bursary
If you are interested in submitting your application to Siemens, here are a few things you need to consider first:
- Applicants must be South African citizen who are not employed
- You must be in possession of Matric/Grade 12 to apply
- Applicants must not be under any funding programme when they apply for Siemens bursary
- NSFAS recipients do not qualify for the bursary
- Learners who are presently in Grade 12 must present an average of 65% on the present year performance
- University students must achieve an average of 65% on their present year academic performance
- Your application must be accompanied by proof that you have been accepted by an institution of higher learning
- Applicants must be previously disadvantaged students
Siemens Bursary Value and Benefits
Siemens will take care of the below listed expenses while you focus on your studies:
- registration fees,
- tuition fees,
- examination fees,
- prescribed books,
- accommodation in residence and meals (if applicable)
- Laptop
More About Siemens Bursary Programme – Fields of Study
The company has carefully selected qualifications that receive funding because they fall in line with their operational objectives. This helps in that successful recipients stand a chance to be employed upon completion. Here are the qualifications that are selected:
- BSc/B.Eng. Electrical Engineering (Heavy and Light Current)
- BSc/B.Eng. Electronic/Engineering
- Bachelor Of Engineering: Technology
- B.Eng. in Electrical and Electronic Engineering (Mechatronics)
Application Process
Below is a method to submit your application for 2026 academic year:
Current Matric applicants: Siemens Bursary Application 2026
(Reference number: 483053)
Current University applicants: Siemens Bursary Application 2026
(Reference number: 483051)
Supporting Documents Required
- Motivation Letter
- CV
- ID Document
- Matric Certificate – Grade 11 Results and Grade 12 Trial Marks which will become available in Aug/Sept 2025
- University Acceptance Letter
Closing Date for the Siemens Bursary
Applications opened on 31 October 2025 and there is no fixed closing date. Make your submission as soon as possible to avoid disqualification.
Bursary Contact Information
- Official webpage: https://www.siemens.com/za/en/general/contact.html