Key Facts
- Status
- Applications Open
- Provider
- Field of Study
- Study Level
- Academic Year
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2027
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Eligibility Requirements
- South African citizen
- Planning to enrol full-time at a South African university in 2027
- Grade 12: at least 75% in English, Mathematics and Physical Sciences
- University students: passed every registered course
- Studying a listed four-year engineering degree
Documents Needed
- An updated CV
- A copy of your latest academic record or school report
The portal may ask for more once you begin, so allow time to finish the application before the deadline.
About ArcelorMittal Bursary
The ArcelorMittal Bursary funds four-year engineering degrees for students who want to work in the steel industry. ArcelorMittal South Africa runs the 2027 programme through its recruitment portal, under reference arcmt_000948. Applications close on 4 November 2026, so you have very little time left.
The advert links the role to Vanderbijlpark in Gauteng. The details below come from published copies of that advert, so check them against the portal listing before you submit.
Funding Details
Copies of the advert describe an all-inclusive bursary. It covers registration and tuition fees, books, accommodation and food allowances, and a once-off laptop allowance. They give no total value, so read your contract for the amounts.
Recipients may also do vacation work, workplace learning, practical industry exposure and structured development activities. The advert copies state no fixed work-back period. Because this kind of bursary often leads to a contract, ask about any service obligation before you sign.
You should also expect to keep your marks up, because the programme expects good academic performance from its students.
Where You Can Study
You must plan to study full-time at a South African university. Copies of the advert do not name particular universities. However, your degree must be one of the listed four-year programmes, so a diploma at a university of technology may not qualify. Confirm this through the portal if you are unsure.
About Arcelormittal
About ArcelorMittal South Africa ArcelorMittal South Africa is the largest steel producer on the African continent. Its roots go back to Iscor, the state steel company founded in 1928. Today it is part of the global Arce…
View full provider profile →- Address
- Delfos Boulevard, Vanderbijlpark, 1900
- Phone
- 016 889 9111
Fields of Study & Who Can Apply
This bursary suits Grade 12 learners and current university students who plan to enrol full-time in 2027. It covers six four-year degrees: electrical, industrial, mechanical, metallurgical, computer and electronic engineering. Other engineering fields, such as civil or chemical engineering, do not appear on this list.
The academic bar is high for school learners. You need at least 75% in English, Mathematics and Physical Sciences, and your latest school results must show this clearly. Current university students must have passed every course that they registered for in the completed study period.
Selection has an extra stage. Shortlisted candidates complete a recorded one-way interview on the Wamly platform. Therefore, check your email regularly after you apply, because you could miss this step otherwise.
Citizenship is another requirement, since only South African citizens can apply. Your application should also show clearly which listed degree you plan to study, because the advert covers no other qualifications. Keep your CV current as well.
Application Procedure
Apply online through the ArcelorMittal South Africa recruitment portal. Create your profile, upload your CV and results, and submit before 4 November 2026. Late applications may not be considered. Then watch your inbox for an invitation to the Wamly interview.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When does the ArcelorMittal Bursary close?
It closes on 4 November 2026.
Which degrees qualify?
Electrical, industrial, mechanical, metallurgical, computer and electronic engineering.
What marks do I need in matric?
You need at least 75% in English, Mathematics and Physical Sciences.
