ABB Education Trust Bursary 2027: Engineering Support for Black Female Students

The ABB Education Trust Bursary Programme 2027 supports Black female students studying engineering at recognised South African universities.

Applications open on 2 November 2026 at 08:00 and close on 14 November 2026 at 16:00. Applications submitted after that will not be accepted.

Who Can Apply?

Applicants must:

• Be a Black Female South African citizen — “Black” as defined in the Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act 46 of 2013, meaning African, Coloured and Indian
• Have completed their first year of study with a minimum 60% pass aggregate — first-year applicants do not qualify
• Have a total household income of less than R600,000 per annum
• Show financial need and proven academic results

Fields of Study

Bursaries are awarded preferably for a Bachelor’s degree or Higher Diploma in:

• Electrical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Industrial Engineering

How to Apply for ABB 2027

Application forms are distributed through partner universities and the Trust. Applicants should:

1. Download and complete the 2027 ABB Education Trust Beneficiary Application
2. Attach proof of results and parents’ or guardian’s income documents (payslips or affidavit)
3. Check that everything is correct
4. Submit before 14 November 2026 at 16:00

Important Dates

Applications open: 2 November 2026 at 08:00

Applications close: 14 November 2026 at 16:00

Academic year: 2027

Important Notice

Always confirm the final requirements on the official Trust application form before applying. Do not pay anyone to apply on your behalf.

Official website: ABB Education Trust 2027 application form (via CPUT)

Applications opened: 2 November 2026

Applications close: 14 November 2026 at 16:00

Source

Information in this article is based on the 2027 ABB Education Trust Beneficiary Application and partner bursary guides.