National Research Foundation Bursary In South Africa 2018 / 2019

The National Research Foundation (NRF) of South Africa was established in 1999 to support and promote human capital development and research.

The NRF has 3 major functions: to encourage an interest in technology & science, to facilitate research through the National Research Facilities and to support research and innovation.

Bursaries will be awarded to students pursuing degrees in one of the following fields:

• BEng/ BTech/ ND Electrical Engineering
• BEng Electronic Engineering
• BEng/ BTech/ ND Mechanical Engineering
• BEng Mechatronics
• BSc Computer Science

ELIGIBILITY

Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying:

• South African citizen,
• Completed Matric,
• Currently in second year of study in one of the aforementioned fields,
• Studying at a recognised University/ University of Technology in South Africa,
• Achieved a minimum average of 60% for first year of study.

HOW TO APPLY

Download and complete the NRF Bursary Application Form (pdf).

Please include the following items in your application pack:

• ID document (certified copy),
• Matric certificate (certified copy),
• Latest academic record/ transcript on tertiary institutions letterhead (certified copy).

Complete application forms and supporting documentation must be submitted via email to: bursaries@tlabs.ac.za (for attention: Ms S Dunge)

CLOSING DATE

30 November annually.

CONTACT

For any bursary queries, please contact:
Tel: 021 843 1000
Email: bursaries@tlabs.ac.za