Rand Water External Bursaries 2026 offer a great chance for South African students to fund their studies in key fields. If you are pursuing a degree in engineering, science, or related areas, this program can help cover your costs. Rand Water, a major player in the country’s water supply, supports students who show strong academic promise.
About the Rand Water Bursary Programme
Rand Water runs this external bursary to help students build careers in the water sector. The company handles much of South Africa’s water distribution and wants to train future workers for this vital industry. The program targets full-time undergraduates at recognized universities or colleges.
Fields of Study Covered
The bursary funds specific qualifications at certain year levels. Here is the full list:
- BTech or BSc in Civil Engineering (1st or 2nd year)
- BSc in Water Science and Sanitation Science (2nd year)
- BSc Honours in Chemistry (2nd year)
- Diploma in Water Science and Technology (2nd year)
- Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) (1st or 2nd year)
- BSc or BEng in Electrical/Electronic Engineering (1st or 2nd year)
- Bachelor of Geomatics / Surveying (1st year)
- BSc in Mechanical Engineering (1st or 2nd year)
- BCom in Accounting (1st or 2nd year)
- LLB (2nd year)
- BSc Honours in Microbiology (1st or 2nd year)
- Masters of Public Health (2nd year)
These fields match Rand Water’s needs for experts in water management, engineering, and support roles.
Minimum Requirements
You must meet these basics to apply:
- South African citizen
- From a previously disadvantaged background (ACI)
- Passed Matric
- Studying full-time in one of the listed fields
- Minimum average of 65% in your results
- Not getting any other bursary or funding
- Under 35 years old
- Registered at a recognized tertiary institution
Check your eligibility before applying to save time.
Required Documents
Submit these items with your application:
- Certified copy of your ID document
- Certified copy of your Matric certificate
- Latest academic record
- Proof of registration for the current year
Applications without all documents may get rejected. Double-check everything.
Expectations from Bursary Recipients
If you win the bursary, you agree to certain rules. Finish your qualification on time. Keep up good grades. Follow the bursary contract terms.
Skills and Attributes Required
Rand Water seeks students with these qualities:
- Good communication skills, both written and verbal
- Strong commitment to studies
- Self-motivation and discipline
- A drive to achieve results
Show these traits in your application to stand out.
Why Apply for the Rand Water Bursary?
This program gives more than money for fees. It opens doors in the water and engineering fields. You gain career growth in an important industry. It helps deserving students and may lead to jobs at Rand Water later.
How to Apply
The closing date is 07 May 2026. Apply online at this link. The location is Glenvista (Rietvlei), Gauteng.
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