Baker Hughes Bursary
Baker Hughes
Baker Hughes funds South African undergraduate and Honours students in electrical, mechanical and mining engineering plus sales and marketing, with full coverage of fees, accommodation and other study-related costs.
- Amount
- All expenses on the university fee statement (tuition, accommodation, related costs)
- Deadline
- Closed 31 July 2026
- Duration
- Full remaining duration of degree (2nd year onwards)
- Renewable
- Yes
Eligible Fields of Study
Baker Hughes supports students in the following disciplines
Eligibility Requirements
- ✓ South African citizen
- ✓ Pursuing an undergraduate or Honours degree in an eligible field
- ✓ Currently in 2nd year of study or beyond (1st-year students are NOT funded)
- ✓ Studying at one of South Africa's 26 public universities
- ✓ Not receiving NSFAS or any other bursary funding
- ✓ No outstanding student debt from previous years
- ✓ Combined family household income below R600,000 per annum
- ✓ Students with disabilities are encouraged to apply
- ✓ Not a Baker Hughes employee or the child of a Baker Hughes employee
What's Included
- ✓ Full coverage of all expenses listed on your university fee statement
- ✓ Tuition fees
- ✓ Accommodation
- ✓ Other study-related costs
- ✓ Vacation work opportunities at Baker Hughes
- ✓ Pathway into Baker Hughes graduate roles
How to Apply
Steps to complete your Baker Hughes bursary application
- 1
Check Baker Hughes' official careers site for the next bursary call; do not use bakerhughesbursary.co.za, which no longer hosts the bursary
- 2
Complete the online application form
- 3
Upload your certified ID, full academic transcripts, fee statement (less than 30 days old) and proof of registration
- 4
Submit parents'/guardians' ID numbers for household income verification
- 5
Submit your application before the closing date
- 6
Wait for shortlisting and interview invitation
Required Documents
- 📄 Certified ID copy
- 📄 Full academic transcripts (signed and stamped by your institution)
- 📄 Official university fee statement (less than 30 days old)
- 📄 Proof of registration for the current academic year
- 📄 Parents'/guardians'/spouse's ID numbers
- 📄 Proof of household income
Frequently Asked Questions
- Why does Baker Hughes only fund 2nd-year and above?
- Baker Hughes targets students who have demonstrated they can succeed at university level. 1st-year students are not funded - you'll need alternative funding for your first year and can apply to Baker Hughes once you're in 2nd year.
- Which fields does Baker Hughes fund?
- Electrical, Mechanical and Mining Engineering plus Sales and Marketing - fields aligned with Baker Hughes' oilfield services and industrial operations.
- What does the Baker Hughes bursary cover?
- All expenses on your university fee statement - typically tuition, accommodation, and other registration-related costs for the entire remaining duration of your studies.
- Can NSFAS students apply for Baker Hughes?
- No - applicants cannot be receiving NSFAS or any other bursary funding. Baker Hughes specifically supports students who have a funding gap rather than supplementing existing aid.
2027 applications have closed
The 2027 application window closed on 31 July 2026.
The most recent recorded Baker Hughes bursary round closed on 31 July 2026. On 12 October 2026 the former bursary website (bakerhughesbursary.co.za) was showing unrelated gambling content and Baker Hughes' careers site listed no South African bursary, so confirm any new call through official Baker Hughes channels before applying.
Still need funding for 2027? See bursaries that are still open.
Check Baker Hughes's official siteInformation verified 2026-06-22. Always confirm details on the funder's official website before applying.
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