- Provider: Mercedes-Benz South Africa
- Host country: South Africa
- Study level: Undergraduate, Postdoctoral
- Funding: Tuition waiver: Covers tuition fees, meals, accommodation, stationery, and a stipend. Includes vacation work experience at Mercedes-Benz in East London.
- Who can apply: South African-born citizens who are Grade 12 learners or full-time tertiary students. Preference is given to residents of the Eastern Cape and children of Mercedes-Benz South Africa employees. Applicants must be studying or planning to study in specific fields such as Engineering, IT, Finance, or Supply Chain.
- Fields of study: Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Software Development, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Metrology, Analytical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mechatronics, Metallurgy, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Supply Chain, Logistics, Human Kinetics & Ergonomics
- Deadline: 12 November 2026
About the scholarship
The Mercedes-Benz South Africa Bursary Programme 2027 supports high-performing Grade 12 learners and tertiary students. It provides financial assistance and offers world-class vacation work experience at Mercedes-Benz in East London. Applicants can study at a university of their choice, subject to specific conditions.
What it covers
- Tuition fees
- Meals and accommodation
- Stationery
- A monthly stipend
- Vacation work experience at Mercedes-Benz in East London
Who can apply
Applicants must be South African-born citizens. The programme is open to Grade 12 learners and students enrolled in full-time tertiary studies. First-year students receive preference. Applicants residing in the Eastern Cape and children of Mercedes-Benz South Africa employees are also given preference.
You must be studying or planning to study in one of the following fields:
- Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or Software Development
- Industrial, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering
- Metrology
- Analytical Chemistry or Chemical Engineering (BSc)
- Mechatronics
- Metallurgy
- Finance, Accounting, or Economics
- Supply Chain or Logistics
- Human Kinetics & Ergonomics
Grade 12 learners must have an overall average of at least 70%, including at least 65% in Mathematics and/or Physical Science where required. Tertiary students must have an average of at least 65% based on their latest semester results.
How to apply
To apply, you must submit the following documents:
- A CV/resume in PDF format
- A certified copy of your Grade 12 third-term results (for current learners) or your most recent full tertiary academic record and matric certificate (for current students)
- A certified copy of your ID document
You must also complete the application questionnaire. Failure to do so will disqualify your application. Late and incomplete applications will not be considered. Please visit the official page to submit your application.
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