Schauenburg Education Trust invites South African students to apply for the Bursary Programme 2027.
Bursary Application Closing Date: 31 July 2026
Bursary Location: Gauteng, South Africa
Schauenburg Education Trust Bursary Programme 2027
Applications are now open for the Schauenburg Education Trust Bursary Programme 2027.
The bursary programme supports students who are studying scarce skills qualifications that can help develop skilled professionals for future employment in South Africa.
For the 2027 academic year, the Schauenburg Education Trust will focus on students in their second, third and fourth years of study in selected fields.
Bursary Details
Bursary Provider: Schauenburg Education Trust
Academic Year: 2027
Applications Open: 01 June 2026
Applications Close: 31 July 2026
Study Level: Second, third and fourth year students
Province: Gauteng
Fields of Study Funded
Bursaries for the 2027 academic year are available for students studying the following qualifications:
Electrical Engineering, either BEng or BSc.
Business Management, BCom Degree.
Business Administration, BCom Degree.
Eligible Universities
For the 2027 intake, only students from the following universities in Gauteng may apply:
University of Pretoria.
University of Johannesburg.
North-West University, Vanderbijlpark Campus.
University of the Witwatersrand.
No bursaries will be awarded to students studying at a University of Technology or College for the 2027 academic year.
Who Can Apply?
Applicants must be full-time first, second or third year students.
Applicants must be studying towards Electrical Engineering, Business Management or Business Administration qualifications.
Applicants must be South African citizens with valid South African ID numbers.
Applicants must be Black persons as defined by B-BBEE legislation.
Preference will be given to Black women, Black students under the age of 35 and Black students with disabilities.
Academic Requirements
Applicants must be able to show good academic progress during their first, second or third year of study.
Applicants must have passed all courses for which they registered while at university.
This means applicants should provide a full academic record reflecting their most recent tertiary results.
Additional Requirements
Applicants must be willing to attend interviews.
Applicants must be willing to undergo psychometric testing.
Applicants must also be willing to spend a minimum of three weeks of their mid-year university holidays attending a vacation work or job-shadowing programme at Schauenburg Systems (Pty) Ltd.
What the Bursary Covers
The Schauenburg Education Trust bursary may cover some or all of the following costs:
100% of prescribed university tuition fees.
Registration fees.
Exam fees.
Accommodation allowance equal to the average rate for a single room at a university hostel.
Textbooks and course material.
Living allowance.
Tuition, registration and exam fees may be paid directly to the university.
Accommodation payments and other allowances will be determined by the Trustees of the Schauenburg Education Trust.
Selection Process
Applications for the 2027 academic year must be received before 31 July 2026.
Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed by the bursary administrators and the Trustees.
Successful applicants will receive details about the Schauenburg Education Bursary Scheme, a written contract and other documents for completion.
Important Information
Bursaries will not be awarded to students who are already receiving another bursary for the 2027 academic year.
Bursaries will be awarded based on objective merit, financial need and other criteria determined by the Trustees.
The Trustees have full discretion in awarding bursaries.
A bursary may be cancelled or withdrawn if the applicant’s conduct or academic results do not meet the requirements of the Trust or if the applicant breaches the bursary agreement.
The Trustees may identify and amend the list of specified universities at any time.
Required Documents
Applicants must prepare the following supporting documents:
Cover letter.
Matric certificate.
Full academic record with most recent tertiary results.
Copy of South African ID document.
Any additional documents requested during the application process.
How to apply
Click here to apply for Schauenburg Education Trust Bursary Programme 2027.
Applicants may also request an application form from the following email addresses:
Email: Nelisiwe.Ngubane@rsmza.co.za
Email: Bianca.Jooste@rsmza.co.za
Email: chantal@schauenburg.co.za
Closing Date
The closing date for the Schauenburg Education Trust Bursary Programme 2027 is 31 July 2026.
Applicants are encouraged to apply early and ensure that all required supporting documents are submitted correctly.
Final Thoughts
The Schauenburg Education Trust Bursary Programme 2027 is a valuable opportunity for South African students studying Electrical Engineering, Business Management and Business Administration at selected Gauteng universities.
Eligible students should apply before 31 July 2026.