What Vodacom External Bursary Programme 2026 actually covers.
The Vodacom External Bursary Programme is a fully funded opportunity for young South Africans to pursue undergraduate study in fields that power the digital economy. Backed by one of Africa's largest telecommunications companies, the bursary typically supports students in engineering, information technology, computer science, data science and related disciplines, areas central to Vodacom's business and to the continent's technological future. The award is comprehensive, generally covering tuition, accommodation, meals, books and other study-related costs, so that recipients can focus on their studies without the financial pressures that force many capable students to abandon their ambitions. Beyond funding, a Vodacom bursary connects students to a major corporate employer, often opening the door to vacation work, mentorship, internships and potential graduate employment. For academically strong students from financially constrained backgrounds, this combination of financial support and career pathway is especially valuable. Applicants are expected to demonstrate excellent academic results and, in most cases, genuine financial need, and recipients may be required to meet conditions relating to academic performance or future service with the company. The programme is well suited to ambitious young people who can see a clear connection between their chosen field of study and a career in technology and telecommunications. With the deadline at the end of August, prospective applicants should prepare their academic records, identification and supporting documents early and craft a motivation that conveys both their potential and their commitment to succeeding in this competitive and generous bursary.
Who can apply.
Open to undergraduate applicants seeking to study in South Africa.
Open to applicants from across the African continent. Confirm specific nationality eligibility on the official application page.
Every academic discipline is accepted.
This programme does not restrict by field. Research proposals across humanities, sciences, engineering, agriculture, and medicine are all accepted.
From here to submitted.
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Prepare your documentsMost providers ask for the same set — transcripts, references, a personal statement, ID. Use the checklist below to track progress across all your applications.
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Apply on the provider's siteSubmit on the provider's site before August 31, 2026 · 56 days left.
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Same eligibility window or destination. Many strong applicants apply to three or four programmes per cycle.