Key Offerings:

* Full university accommodation

* A set amount for accommodation

* Full. Registration

* Books

* Meal allowance

* More benefits include:

* A laptop

* A cellphone

* A workshop for students

* Work experience through a vacation programme

* Training to prepare final-year students for work

* Access to a wellness programme with Lyra Wellbeing Services

Step 1

Before you can apply for a position, please ensure that you meet all of the above criteria. For the best application experience, we recommend using a desktop, laptop, or tablet (e.g., iPad) with Google Chrome to ensure optimal compatibility and readability.

Step 2

Once you have fulfilled step one, please click on the "Apply Now" button to register and apply. When submitting your application, please ensure that you attach a copy of your most recent academic transcript.

Step 3

Once you've registered and applied, we'll email you confirmation of receipt. Our Bursary Management Team will then carefully assess your application and provide you with feedback every step of the way!

The Vodacom External Bursary Programme helps top African students with money for full-time undergraduate studies. It supports students in STEM subjects, Business and Commerce. The programme covers costs like tuition, accommodation, books, meals, technology and career development. The Vodacom External Bursary Programme helps students get into education and prepares them for jobs. Students get work experience and skills training.

Summary:

Deadline: August 31, 2026

Category: Grants

Opportunity Locations: South Africa

Eligible Locations: South Africa
 

• must be a South African citizen by birth
• must undertake full-time undergraduate studies in a South African tertiary institution
• must pass Grade 12 with exemption, obtaining an average of 70% or higher across all subjects
• must have obtain a minimum of 65% average or higher if in first year of tertiary and above