Key Facts
- Status
- Applications Closed
- Provider
- Field of Study
- Academic Year
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2026
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Eligibility Requirements
- South African citizen by birth
- Studying, or planning to study, at a recognised South African tertiary institution
- Matric applicants: an exemption pass with at least 70% in every subject
- For Engineering and Science degrees: at least Level 6 in Mathematics and Science
- Tertiary students: a minimum overall average of 65%
- Demonstrated financial need
Documents Needed
- Certified copy of your South African ID document
- Certified copy of your Matric certificate
- Certified copy of your most recent academic record or transcript
- Proof of university registration
- Updated fee statement
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Proof of household income, for the financial need assessment
About Vodacom Bursary
Vodacom funds STEM degrees for South African students, with a focus on Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, and Information Systems. The telecommunications company set up this bursary to grow technical skills for its own industry.
Vodacom treats the bursary as the first step in a longer relationship with each student. As a result, recipients gain access to structured programmes designed to prepare them for a technical career at Vodacom or elsewhere in the sector.
Funding Details
The award covers registration and tuition costs, along with accommodation, textbooks, and meals. On top of that, recipients receive a laptop and cellphone, which matters for technical degrees that rely heavily on computer access.
Bursars also join a structured Vacation Work programme and get access to Vodacom's wellness services. This combination gives them hands-on experience inside Vodacom well before graduation, not just financial support.
Where You Can Study
You must be studying, or planning to study, at a recognised and accredited South African tertiary institution. Vodacom does not restrict funding to a narrow list of universities, so most accredited institutions offering the supported fields should qualify.
Even so, confirm your specific programme meets Vodacom's requirements before applying, since the company reviews eligible qualifications each intake.
About Vodacom
Vodacom is one of South Africa's largest telecommunications companies, providing mobile network, internet, and digital services to millions of customers. Running that kind of infrastructure requires a constant supply of …
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- 082 Vodacom Boulevard, Midrand, 1685
- Phone
- +27 11 653 5000
- companysecretary@vodacom.co.za
Fields of Study & Who Can Apply
The bursary targets STEM fields that feed Vodacom's technology and network operations, particularly Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering (Light Current), Electronics, and Information Systems. Applicants studying outside these fields are unlikely to be considered.
Because these are demanding technical fields, Vodacom sets a high academic bar. Matric applicants need an exemption pass with at least 70% in every subject, while current tertiary students need a minimum overall average of 65%.
Application Procedure
Apply directly with the provider using the official application link below, before the closing date.
Applications for this cycle have closed. Check the provider's site for the next intake.
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Questions about this application?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which fields of study does the Vodacom Bursary cover?
Vodacom funds Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, and Information Systems. If you're studying outside these fields, you won't qualify for this specific bursary - check our Field of Study pages for other STEM-focused funding.
Do I need to prove financial need to apply?
Yes. Demonstrated financial need is one of the stated eligibility requirements, alongside academic results, so you'll need to provide supporting documentation as part of your application.
What marks do I need if I'm still in matric?
You need an exemption pass with at least 70% in every subject.
What average do I need if I'm already at university?
A minimum overall average of 65%, with at least Level 6 in Mathematics and Science if you're pursuing an Engineering or Science degree.
Does the bursary cover more than tuition fees?
Yes - it also covers accommodation, textbooks, and meals, plus a laptop and cellphone, which matter for STEM degrees that rely heavily on computer access.
Will I need to work for Vodacom after I graduate?
Vodacom treats the bursary as the start of a longer relationship rather than a once-off award, and bursars get access to structured programmes preparing them for a technical career at Vodacom or elsewhere in the sector. Confirm the exact terms, including any work-back obligation, in your offer letter.
Can I apply if I'm studying at any South African university?
Yes - Vodacom doesn't name specific approved institutions, so most recognised, accredited South African tertiary institutions offering the supported fields should qualify.
When do applications close?
Check the Key Facts box at the top of this page - closing dates are updated each cycle.
