The Magalies Water Bursary South Africa 2027 is now open for applications. If you are a South African citizen between the ages of 18 and 35, currently in Matric or having completed Matric, with a minimum overall average of 65% in Matric, and studying or intending to study at a registered and accredited South African tertiary institution, this opportunity could help you fund your education. In this article, we will explain everything you need to know about the Magalies Water Bursary South Africa 2027: who qualifies, what fields are covered, what expenses are included, and how to apply before the closing date.
About Magalies Water
Magalies Water is the supplier of bulk water and sanitation services to municipalities, industrial customers and mining operations in Gauteng, Limpopo and North West. Magalies Water Board is a regional water utility and state-owned enterprise (SOE), which is accountable to the South African government via the Minister of the Department of Human Settlements, Water and Sanitation (DHSWS).
Magalies Water is inviting students to apply for their bursary programme for the 2027 academic year.
Organisation: Magalies Water • Region: Gauteng, Limpopo, North West • Type: State-Owned Enterprise (SOE) • Focus: Bulk water and sanitation services • Academic Year: 2027
What Fields of Study Are Covered?
The Magalies Water Bursary South Africa 2027 will be awarded as part of the youth development initiative, inviting young South Africans (from the ages of 18 to 35 years) who are eligible to study at any accredited and registered South African institution of higher learning in the following fields of study:
- N4-N6 / Diploma (NQF6) / B Degree: Mechanical Engineering
- N4-N6 / Diploma (NQF6) / B Degree: Electrical Engineering
- N4-N6 / Diploma (NQF6) / B Degree: Civil Engineering
- Diploma (NQF6) / Advanced Diploma: Water Care
- Diploma (NQF6) / B Degree: Chemistry / Analytical Chemistry
- Diploma (NQF6) / B Degree: Biotechnology / Microbiology
- B Degree: Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
Eligibility Requirements for the Magalies Water Bursary South Africa 2027
Before you apply for the Magalies Water Bursary South Africa 2027, check that you meet all the requirements below. If you miss any requirement, your application will not be considered.
- You must be a South African citizen
- You must be between 18 and 35 years old
- You must be currently in Matric or have completed Matric
- You must have achieved a minimum overall average of 65% in Matric
- You must be studying or intend on studying full-time towards one of the qualifications listed above in 2027
- You must be studying or intend on studying at a registered and accredited tertiary institution in South Africa
Preference will be given to:
- Female candidates
- Previously disadvantaged candidates
- People with disabilities
Required Documents
Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your completed application form.
- ID document
- Grade 11 final results and Matric latest results (if currently in Matric)
- Matric certificate (if completed Matric)
- Most recent results/academic record (if currently studying, on institution’s letterhead)
- Proof of acceptance/provisional acceptance at a Higher Education Institution
How to Apply for the Magalies Water Bursary South Africa 2027
Follow these steps to submit your application for the Magalies Water Bursary South Africa 2027. Applications must be submitted via email.
Step 1: Check Your Eligibility
Make sure you meet all the eligibility requirements listed above, including being a South African citizen aged 18–35, achieving a 65% Matric average, and studying one of the listed fields full-time.
Step 2: Download the Application Form
Download and complete the official Magalies Water Bursary Application Form by clicking the button below.
Direct form link: https://magalieswater.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/External-Bursary-Advert-and-Forms.pdf
Step 3: Prepare Your Documents
Gather all the required documents listed above, including your proof of acceptance from a Higher Education Institution.
Step 4: Submit Your Application via Email
Submit your completed application form and supporting documents via email to:
Email: bursaries@magalieswater.co.za
Subject line: Magalies Water Bursary 2027
Step 5: Submit Before the Deadline
⏰ Closing Date for the Magalies Water Bursary South Africa 2027: 23 October 2025. Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted. Please apply before the closing date to ensure your application is considered.
Contact Information
If you have any queries related to the Magalies Water Bursary South Africa 2027, please contact Magalies Water directly:
- HR Department
- Telephone: 014 597 4636
- Email: bursaries@magalieswater.co.za
Magalies Water Bursary South Africa 2027 – Quick Summary
- Organisation: Magalies Water
- Bursary Name: Magalies Water Bursary Programme
- Region: Gauteng, Limpopo, North West
- Type: State-Owned Enterprise (SOE)
- Academic Year: 2027
- Who can apply: South African citizens aged 18–35
- Fields of study: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Water Care, Chemistry/Analytical Chemistry, Biotechnology/Microbiology, ICT
- Study level: N4-N6 / Diploma (NQF6) / B Degree / Advanced Diploma
- Institution type: Registered and accredited tertiary institution in South Africa
- Key requirements: 65% Matric average, full-time study
- Preference: Female candidates, previously disadvantaged candidates, people with disabilities
- Required documents: ID, Grade 11 and Matric results, Matric certificate, academic record, proof of acceptance
- Application method: Email to bursaries@magalieswater.co.za
- Subject line: Magalies Water Bursary 2027
- Closing date: 23 October 2025
Frequently Asked Questions About the Magalies Water Bursary South Africa 2027
1. Who can apply for this bursary?
The Magalies Water Bursary South Africa 2027 is open to South African citizens between the ages of 18 and 35 who have achieved a minimum of 65% in Matric and are studying or intend to study one of the listed fields at a registered South African tertiary institution.
2. What fields of study does this bursary cover?
The bursary covers Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Water Care, Chemistry/Analytical Chemistry, Biotechnology/Microbiology, and Information and Communication Technology (ICT).
3. What is the minimum Matric requirement?
You must have achieved a minimum overall average of 65% in Matric.
4. Who receives preference for this bursary?
Preference will be given to female candidates, previously disadvantaged candidates, and people with disabilities.
5. Can I apply if I am currently studying?
Yes. You can apply if you are currently studying, provided you submit your most recent academic record on institution’s letterhead.
6. What is Magalies Water?
Magalies Water is a regional water utility and state-owned enterprise (SOE) that supplies bulk water and sanitation services to municipalities, industrial customers, and mining operations in Gauteng, Limpopo, and North West.
7. What is the closing date?
The closing date for the Magalies Water Bursary South Africa 2027 is 23 October 2025.
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Bursary Programme 2027
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