Bell Equipment Bursary Scheme
The Bell Equipment Bursary Scheme is a full-cost bursary for South African engineering and IT students studying at accredited universities, universities of technology and TVET/FET colleges. It covers registration, tuition and prescribed textbooks, with study assistance where required, and includes paid vacation work plus a potential pathway into employment with Bell Equipment after graduation. The scheme focuses on the Zululand region (Richards Bay/Empangeni) and other areas within Bell's Southern African operations.
Eligible Fields of Study
Bell Equipment Company SA (Pty) Ltd (administered in-house via the Group Training and Development Coordinator / Bell Equipment Foundation Trust) supports students in the following disciplines
Eligibility Requirements
- ✓ South African citizen
- ✓ Studying full-time at an accredited South African tertiary institution (University, University of Technology or TVET/FET College)
- ✓ Minimum overall average of 65% in the current academic year
- ✓ Typically entering 2nd year of study
- ✓ Not in receipt of other bursary funding (except institutional performance/merit grants)
- ✓ Demonstrate a passion for design and innovation and strong motivation
- ✓ Willing to undertake paid vacation work and possible post-study work-back service
What's Included
- ✓ Registration fees
- ✓ Tuition fees
- ✓ Prescribed textbooks
- ✓ Study assistance when required
- ✓ Paid vacation work (minimum 8 weeks per year, if required by Bell Equipment)
- ✓ Potential employment with Bell Equipment after graduation
Work Commitment
Paid vacation work of a minimum of 8 weeks per year where required by Bell Equipment, and possible post-study work-back service with the company.
How to Apply
Steps to complete your Bell Equipment Company SA (Pty) Ltd (administered in-house via the Group Training and Development Coordinator / Bell Equipment Foundation Trust) bursary application
- 1
Check that you meet the criteria - SA citizen studying full-time in an eligible engineering or IT field with at least a 65% overall average
- 2
Visit the Bell Equipment careers and bursaries page or the live opportunities portal to view current bursary openings
- 3
Complete the bursary application form and prepare your supporting documents
- 4
Submit your application, including academic results and proof of registration, to the Group Training and Development Coordinator via the bursaries email
- 5
Submit before the annual closing date (reported as 20 October for the relevant intake)
- 6
Attend an interview and/or assessment if shortlisted by the selection panel
Required Documents
- 📄 Certified copy of SA ID
- 📄 Latest academic results or full academic transcript
- 📄 Grade 12 (Matric) results
- 📄 Proof of registration or acceptance at an accredited tertiary institution
- 📄 CV
- 📄 Motivation letter demonstrating your passion for design and innovation
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which fields of study does the Bell Equipment bursary cover?
- The scheme supports students in Electrical, Electronic, Computer and Mechanical Engineering, as well as Computer Science and Information Technology, at accredited South African universities, universities of technology and TVET/FET colleges.
- What academic average do I need for the Bell Equipment bursary?
- You need a minimum overall average of 65% in your current academic year. Applicants are typically entering their 2nd year of study, are SA citizens and are not already receiving other bursary funding (institutional merit grants excepted).
- What does the Bell Equipment bursary include?
- It is a full-cost bursary covering registration fees, tuition fees and prescribed textbooks, plus study assistance where required. It also includes paid vacation work (minimum 8 weeks per year if required) and a potential pathway into employment with Bell Equipment after graduation.
- How and when do I apply for the Bell Equipment bursary?
- Apply through the Bell Equipment careers and bursaries page or the live opportunities portal, submitting your form and supporting documents to the Group Training and Development Coordinator via [email protected]. The annual closing date is consistently reported as 20 October. The scheme focuses on the Zululand region (Richards Bay/Empangeni) and other areas within Bell's Southern African operations.
Ready to apply?
Applications close on 20 October 2025
Apply on Bell Equipment Company SA (Pty) Ltd (administered in-house via the Group Training and Development Coordinator / Bell Equipment Foundation Trust)'s official siteNeed help? Contact Bell Equipment Company SA (Pty) Ltd (administered in-house via the Group Training and Development Coordinator / Bell Equipment Foundation Trust):
Email: [email protected]
Information verified 2026-06-22. Always confirm details on the funder's official website before applying.
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