Armscor Bursary 2025 For South Africa Students

Armscor Bursary 2025

Armscor, in partnership with the Defence Industry, is offering bursaries for the 2025 academic year. 

Study Fields Covered by the Bursary

These bursaries are for students pursuing studies that are important to the future of the defence industry. 

If you are interested in science and engineering, this opportunity is for you.

Here are the fields covered by the bursary:

• Aeronautical Engineering
• Biochemistry / Chemistry and Physics
• Computer Science / Information Technology (IT) / Cyber Security / AI
• Electronics / Electrical Engineering
• Human Kinetics & Ergonomics Science
• Industrial Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering / Mechatronics Engineering
• Physics & Astrophysics
• Naval Engineering / Marine Engineering

Bursary Coverage

The Armscor bursary provides financial support to students by covering:

• Tuition fees
• Prescribed books
• Accommodation
• Meals
• Living allowance
• Vacation work (where available)

If you are awarded the bursary, you will have fewer financial worries and can focus on your studies.

Funding Duration and Renewal

The bursary is awarded for one academic year at a time. 

However, students can apply for renewal every year if they continue to meet the academic requirements. 

This means that if you work hard and perform well, Armscor can support you throughout your studies.

Who Can Apply?

To qualify for this bursary, you must meet the following requirements:

1. Be a South African citizen
2. Have completed Matric
3. Have achieved at least Level 5, 6, or 7 in Mathematics, Physical Science, and English in Matric
4. Be studying or planning to study full-time in one of the approved fields in 2025
5. Be registered or planning to register at a recognized South African university
6. Have a strong academic record
7. Be interested in a career in the defence industry
8. Be from a previously disadvantaged background

If you meet these criteria, you should apply.

Steps to Apply

Applying for the Armscor bursary is easy if you follow these steps:

1. Download the application form:
   • Armscor Bursary Application Form 2025 (.doc)
   • Armscor Bursary Application Form 2025 (.pdf)
2. Prepare the required documents:
   • Certified copy of your ID
   • Certified copy of your Matric certificate
   • Full academic record (if you are already studying)
   • Proof of registration at a university (on the institution’s letterhead)
   • Certified copies of your parents’ or guardians’ ID documents
   • Proof of income for your parents or guardians (payslip, employment letter, SASSA grant proof, or affidavit if unemployed)
   • A covering letter explaining why you chose your field of study
3. Submit your application:
   • Email: bursaries@armscor.co.za
     • Use the subject: “Armscor Bursary Application – Your Full Name”
   • Post:
     • Senior Manager: Learning & Organisation Development
       Armscor LTD
       Private Bag X337
       Pretoria
       0001
4. Wait for feedback:
   • Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within two weeks after the closing date.
   • If you don’t hear back, it means your application was not successful.
5. Submit extra documents (if shortlisted):
   • Certified copy of your Matric final results
   • Proof of acceptance or registration at a university
   • Your student number
   • A fees statement from your university

Application Deadline

The closing date for the Armscor bursary is 28 February 2025. 

If you have any questions, you can contact Armscor directly:

• Thulisile Sibeko
  • Tel: 012 428 2456
  • Email: ThulisileS@armscor.co.za
• Tsogo Moeketsi
  • Tel: 012 428 3105
  • Email: TsogoM@armscor.co.za