Undergraduate Degrees:

If you are currently a Grade 12 learner, or if you have already passed Grade 12 and achieved at least 65 % overall year mark and you would like to study at a recognised university in one of the disciplines listed below, this bursary scheme could be just what you are looking for.

Consideration will focus on the Disciplines listed below:

• Engineering: Chemical, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Metallurgical and Electronics, Surveying and Architecture, Energy solutions.
• Maritime, Environmental, Geology, Marine and Agriculture.
• Finance and Economics, Accounting, Commerce, Actuarial Science.
• Information Technology, Geographic Information System, Data and Computer Science.
• Supply Chain, Graphic Design, Community Development and Social Sciences.

Applications will be assessed on both academic merit and financial need. Depending on your performance, you may be selected for an assessment programme.

The bursary is renewable on an annual basis dependent on the bursar’s academic performance and conduct.

How to Apply?

Application forms are available on our website (www.rbidz.co.za) or can be emailed on request.
Please email at study.assistance@rbidz.co.za or call 035 797 2600
Completed application forms together with supporting documents must be emailed to study.assistance@rbidz.co.za or hand delivered at the RBIDZ offices.

Physical Address

Richards Bay Industrial Development Zone, 4 Harbour Arterial, Alton, Richards Bay, 3900

Closing Date for applications is 31 October 2025.

Late applications will not be considered.
Applicants who do not receive communication from RBIDZ by 05 January 2026 must please accept that their application was unsuccessful.