There’s a time‑critical chance for you to secure funding for your engineering studies – the ABB Education Trust bursary for the 2027 academic year closes on 14 November 2026 at 16:00.
What the opportunity is
The ABB Education Trust Bursary Programme helps eligible South African students who are studying engineering at recognised universities. The bursary covers tuition, accommodation or travel costs, and other study‑related fees for students who meet the funding criteria.
Who can apply (eligibility)
- South African citizen
- Black female student (students with disabilities are also encouraged)
- Completed Matric and at least the first year of a Bachelor’s Degree or Higher Diploma in Electrical, Industrial or Mechanical Engineering
- Overall academic average of 60 % or higher
- Will be entering the second year or higher of study in 2027
- Enrolled at a recognised and accredited South African university
- Household income below R600 000 per year
What you gain
- Full payment of your 2027 university fees
- Coverage of student accommodation costs, or an allowance for travel if you will stay at home
- Support is only for new study expenses – repeat courses or any unpaid fees from earlier years are not funded
Funding details you need to know
The bursary will not pay for repeat courses or any outstanding balances from previous academic years. Make sure you are progressing well in your current programme and that you have cleared any prior debts before you apply.
Documents you must submit
- Certified copy of your South African ID
- Full academic record from Matric onwards
- Proof of registration at your university for 2027
- University fees statement for 2027
- Proof of student accommodation costs or an estimate of travel expenses if you will live at home
- Evidence of household income (latest payslips, affidavit if unemployed, social grant, or pension statements)
How to apply – step by step
- Complete the online application form: ABB Education Trust Bursary South Africa 2027.
- Save all required documents as PDF files.
- Email the PDFs to ZA-ZA-EducationTrust@abb.com with a clear subject line (e.g., “ABB Bursary 2027 – [Your Name]”).
- Double‑check that every field in the online form is filled and that your PDFs are attached.
- Submit everything before the 14 November 2026 deadline at 16:00.
Tips to improve your chances
- Ensure your academic record shows a minimum 60 % average; a higher average makes your application stand out.
- Proofread your application for spelling or missing information – incomplete forms are often rejected.
- Include a brief, honest cover note in your email explaining any special circumstances (e.g., disability, financial hardship).
- Keep copies of all sent documents in case the Trust requests them again.
- Submit your documents well before the deadline to avoid last‑minute technical issues.
Next steps
Take action now – gather your certificates, create PDF files, and fill out the online form. Remember, the closing date is 14 November 2026 at 16:00. If you meet the criteria, this bursary could remove the financial barriers to completing your engineering degree.
