Volkswagen (VW): Bursaries 2026

The Volkswagen Group Africa (VWGA) is inviting students to apply for their bursary programme, for the 2026 academic year.

Bursaries will be awarded for Undergraduate studies in the following fields:

• Engineering (Computer Engineering / Electrical Engineering / Industrial Engineering / Mechanical Engineering / Mechatronics Engineering)
• Finance (BCom Finance / Bachelor of Accounting Science / BCom Strategy Development / Strategy Management)
• Logistics / Supply Chain Management / BCom Logistics and Transport
• Marketing (BCom Marketing / Digital Marketing / Marketing and Communication)
• Quality / Polymer Technology

The bursary will provide cover for the following expenses:

• Registration fees,
• Tuition fees,
• Books,
• Stationery,
• Accommodation,
• Meals,
• A laptop for study purposes.

Bursary recipients will also have the opportunity to partake in vacation work, receive mentoring and development, as well additional study support.

Eligibility Requirements:

Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying:

• You must be a South African citizen
• You must have completed Matric
• You must be studying full-time towards an Undergraduate qualification in one of the fields of study listed above (the bursary does NOT cover Masters or Doctoral studies)
• You must be registered or registering for studies at a recognised and accredited tertiary institution in South Africa
• You must have achieved a Bachelor’s Pass with a minimum average of 70% in Matric
• You must have achieved a minimum overall average of 65% at tertiary level
• You must NOT be employed on a full-time basis
• Preference will be given to students from Designated Groups, in line with VWGA’s Transformation objectives and Employment Equity Plan