ArcelorMittal South Africa is offering bursaries to support students pursuing engineering degrees for the 2027 academic year. This bursary program aims to assist South African Grade 12 learners and current university students who plan to study in approved engineering fields at recognised South African universities.
About the Bursary Opportunity
The ArcelorMittal Engineering Bursary covers various educational expenses including university registration fees, tuition fees, books, accommodation and food allowances, as well as a once-off allowance for a laptop. The bursary supports six engineering disciplines relevant to the steel manufacturing industry: Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Computer Engineering, and Electronic Engineering.
Who Can Apply
- South African citizens who are Grade 12 learners intending to enrol full-time in a four-year engineering degree at a recognised South African university for 2027.
- Current university students already enrolled in qualifying engineering degrees who have passed all registered courses completed thus far.
Minimum Academic Requirements
- Grade 12 applicants must have at least 75% in English, Mathematics, and Physical Sciences. Applicants should verify the minimum subject standards directly with ArcelorMittal as the stated requirement relates specifically to these subjects, not merely the overall average.
- University students must have passed all previously registered courses during their study period. No explicit minimum average is detailed for university students in the bursary terms.
- Applicants must meet the admission criteria for the preferred university and engineering programme.
Location and Academic Year
The bursary program is applicable for study at recognised South African universities offering four-year engineering degrees. ArcelorMittal’s main location relevant to this bursary is Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng. The bursaries are intended for the 2027 academic year.
Application Deadline
Applications close on 4 November 2026. It is important that applicants submit complete applications before this date to be considered for the bursary.
What Applicants Should Know
- The bursary funds key academic and living expenses related to engineering studies but does not disclose exact funding amounts or contractual terms upfront.
- The selection process is competitive and meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee a bursary award.
- Applicants should research and confirm that their chosen engineering programme meets ArcelorMittal’s criteria for funding and ensure alignment with recognised universities.
- The company values academic excellence, workplace learning, vacation work, and occupational health and safety awareness.
- Students interested in related vocational or technical engineering fields may explore TVET college programmes and SETA learnerships, but these do not qualify for this bursary.
How to Apply
Applications for the ArcelorMittal Engineering Bursary for 2027 must be submitted online through their official recruitment portal. Interested applicants can find the application link and further details through the following:
ArcelorMittal Engineering Bursaries 2027 Official Application Portal.
