ArcelorMittal has opened its 2025/2026 Bursary program and is inviting all interested applicants to apply ASAP.
CLOSING DATE: 01 October 2025/2026
BURSARY REQUIREMENTS:
- You must have completed Matric OR be currently in Matric
- You must be studying OR intend on studying towards a 4 year Engineering degree (only Electrical, Mechanical or Metallurgical Engineering)
- You must be studying at a recognised University in South Africa
- You must have achieved a minimum result of 70% for Mathematics in Matric (NOT Mathematics Literacy or Functional Mathematics)
- You must have achieved a minimum result of 60% for Physical Science in Matric
- You must have achieved a minimum result of 60% for the rest of your subjects in Matric
BURSARY COVERAGE:
Bursaries will be awarded for students within the following fields:
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Metallurgical Engineering
The bursary will provide cover for the following expenses: registration fees, tuition fees, textbooks, accommodation in residence, meals, and a cash payment for a personal computer.
METHOD OF APPLICATION
Students who meet all of the criteria, may apply by submitting clear copies of the following supporting documentation (the submission of these documents is compulsory – if any items are missing, your application may be disqualified):
- ID document (certified copy)
- Matric latest results, if currently in Matric
- Matric certificate, if completed Matric (certified copy)
- Full academic record/ transcripts, including most recent results, if currently studying (on institutions letterhead)
- Curriculum Vitae
- Covering letter, including: your selected field of study, your university of choice and why you should be awarded the bursary
Note: there is no application form to be completed for this bursary – students need only submit the above documents to apply.
Applications must be submitted via email to the ArcelorMittal Science Centre at: jacqueline@amsasciencecentre.co.za
(Insert the words “ArcelorMittal Science Centre Bursary Application” in the email subject line).
CONTACT THE BURSARY PROVIDER
For any queries related to this bursary programme, please contact ArcelorMittal South Africa directly:
Contact person: Amanda
Tel: 022 719 1058
ArcelorMittal Science Centres Executive Manager
Tel: 016 988 0509
Email: thami.mphokela@mssc.co.za
ArcelorMittal Science Centre Sebokeng (Gauteng)
Tel: 016 988 0509
Physical Address: 4 Samuel Street, Sebokeng, 1983
ArcelorMittal Science Centre Saldanha (Western Cape)
Tel: 022 719 1058 / 022 719 1479
Physical Address: Esperanza Hostel, 8 Main Road, Vredenburg, 7380
Email: jacqueline@amsasciencecentre.co.za
ArcelorMittal Science Centre Newcastle (Kwazulu Natal)
Tel: 034 314 1247
Physical Address: Police Station Road, Section 2, Madadeni
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