VGI Consulting Bursary South Africa 2026
Bursary Name | VGI Consulting Bursary |
Bursary Closing Date | November 30, 2025 |
Bursary Sponsor | VGI Consulting Inc. |
Funded Items | University registration fee, tuition fees, study material, examination fees (no cover for arrears or failed subjects) |
About the Bursary Provider – VGI Consulting
VGI Consulting is a leading Southern African consulting engineering firm specialising in transmission and distribution pipelines, and structural, mechanical, civil, and geotechnical engineering. Founded in 1965 as Van der Merwe and Kroon and rebranded to VGI Consulting Inc. in 2002, the company has over 45 years of pipeline engineering expertise, delivering high-pressure steel pipeline projects in South Africa and Mozambique for clients such as Transnet, Sasol, Sasol Gas, Sasol Technology, and Siemens.
Fields of Study Covered
Undergraduate degrees (BEng, BTech, or BSc) in:
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
Who Can Apply
Applicants must:
- Be South African citizens
- Be 18–25 years old
- Have completed Matric
- Be studying full-time toward a BEng/BTech/BSc in one of the listed fields
- Have completed 1st year with a minimum overall average of 60%
- Be entering 2nd year or higher in 2026
- Be enrolled at a recognised South African University or University of Technology
- Not be receiving any other bursary funding
Expenses Covered, Renewal & Work
Covers registration, tuition, study materials, and exam fees. Not applicable to previous years’ debt or failed subjects. Awarded for one academic year at a time and renewable based on satisfactory academic performance. Vacation work during June/July and Dec/Jan holidays is required. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview; if you do not receive feedback, consider your application unsuccessful.
Application Process
Download and complete the VGI Consulting Bursary Application Form 2026 (PDF). Email your application to [email protected] with the subject line: “VGI Consulting Bursary Application – Initials and Surname.”
Required Documents
- Certified copy of ID document
- Certified copy of Matric certificate
- Most recent academic record (certified)
- Proof of university enrolment
- Most recent university financial statement
- Motivational letter explaining why you should be awarded the bursary
- Detailed CV
Final Thoughts
The VGI Consulting Bursary 2026 supports high-performing engineering undergraduates with tuition support, renewable funding, and practical experience through vacation work—ideal for students aiming to build careers in South Africa’s engineering sector.