Are you a South African university student studying BEng Electronics or BEng Computer Engineering?

The Etion Create Bursary Programme 2027 is offering financial support to eligible engineering students who have successfully completed their second or third year of study.

The programme is aimed at developing future engineering and technology professionals in fields aligned with Etion Create’s work in advanced electronics, embedded solutions and digital products.

Closing Date: 16 October 2026

Important: This is a highly specific bursary. It is not open to all engineering students. Applicants must meet the required field and year-of-study criteria.

Etion Create Bursary 2027 – Quick Overview

The current 2027 listing reports two bursaries and a 16 October 2026 closing date.

What Is Etion Create?

Etion Create is a South African technology and engineering company specialising in the design, manufacture, integration and support of advanced electronic, embedded and customised digital solutions.

The company says its bursary programme is intended to invest in future innovation and engineering talent.

What Does the Etion Create Bursary Cover?

The bursary provides support towards several study-related costs.

The programme covers:

• Registration fees

• Tuition fees

• Accommodation

• Meal vouchers

• Prescribed textbooks

The current 2027 listing also indicates that the bursary covers the 2027 academic year.

Important

This is a bursary programme, not a salaried job.

Applicants should not expect to receive a monthly salary simply because they are awarded the bursary. Etion Create’s published bursary information specifically states that no salary is earned under the bursary programme.

Fields of Study

The Etion Create Bursary 2027 is specifically available for:

 BEng Computer Engineering

and

 BEng Electronics

If you are studying another engineering qualification, you should not assume that you qualify.

The current programme is specifically aimed at these two qualifications.

Who Can Apply?

Applicants must meet the programme’s eligibility requirements.

You should:

• Be a South African citizen.

• Have completed Matric.

• Have completed Mathematics in Matric.

• Have completed Science in Matric.

• Be studying towards BEng Electronics or BEng Computer Engineering.

• Have completed your second or third year of study.

• Be studying at a recognised and accredited South African university.

The current 2027 information specifically states that applicants must have completed their second or third year.

Who Does NOT Qualify?

This is important.

You are unlikely to meet the stated requirements if:

❌ You are still in Grade 12.

❌ You have not started university.

❌ You are a first-year university student.

❌ You are studying a qualification other than BEng Electronics or BEng Computer Engineering.

❌ You have not completed the required second or third year.

❌ You are not a South African citizen.

❌ You did not take the required Mathematics and Science subjects in Matric.

Always check the latest official bursary advertisement before applying.

Documents Required

Prepare your documents before starting the application.

The current application information lists documents including:

1. Certified South African ID

A clear certified copy of your South African identity document.

2. Certified Matric Certificate

You should have your Matric certificate available.

3. Full Academic Record

Provide your complete university academic transcript/record.

4. Registration or Acceptance Letter

You should provide proof that you are registered for your qualification.

5. Recent Fee Invoice

A recent invoice showing your annual university fees may be required.

6. Current CV

Prepare an updated CV containing your education, achievements and relevant experience.

The current 2027 listing identifies these supporting documents as part of the application requirements.

Etion Create Bursary Closing Date

 16 October 2026

The reported closing date for the Etion Create Bursary Programme 2027 is:

16 October 2026

Applications submitted after the closing date may not be considered.

Apply early rather than waiting until the final day.

How to Apply for the Etion Create Bursary 2027

Applications are submitted online through the Etion Create Careers page.

Step 1

Visit the official Etion Create Careers page.

Step 2

Look for the Bursary Programme opportunity.

Step 3

Select the bursary application option.

Step 4

Complete your personal and academic information accurately.

Step 5

Upload all required supporting documents.

Step 6

Use the correct reference number:

ECBUR2026

Step 7

Check your application carefully.

Step 8

Submit before:

16 October 2026

Etion Create’s official careers page is the company’s designated careers/application platform.

Vacation Work

Applicants should be aware that the bursary programme includes a vacation-work component.

The current 2027 information indicates that successful bursary recipients must be available for vacation work during 2027.

This can give successful students exposure to a professional engineering and technology environment while completing their studies.

Interviews

Shortlisted applicants may be required to participate in an interview.

Current information indicates that shortlisted applicants are expected to be available for interviews in November 2026.

If you apply, monitor your email and telephone regularly after submitting your application.

Etion Create Bursary 2027 – Quick Summary

Bursary: Etion Create Bursary Programme

Academic year: 2027

Number of bursaries: 2

Fields:

• BEng Electronics

• BEng Computer Engineering

Study level: University

Year of study: Completed second or third year

Citizenship: South African

Funding includes:

• Registration

• Tuition

• Accommodation

• Meal vouchers

• Prescribed textbooks

Reference: ECBUR2026

Closing date: 16 October 2026

Important Application Advice

Before submitting your application:

✔️ Make sure you are studying the correct qualification.

✔️ Confirm that you have completed your second or third year.

✔️ Check that your Matric subjects meet the requirements.

✔️ Prepare your complete academic record.

✔️ Prepare your certified ID and Matric certificate.

✔️ Have your registration/acceptance letter ready.

✔️ Prepare your latest university fee invoice.

✔️ Update your CV.

✔️ Use the correct reference number: ECBUR2026.

✔️ Submit before 16 October 2026.

Beware of Bursary Scams

Only use the official Etion Create careers platform when applying.

Never:

❌ Pay someone who promises to guarantee you the bursary.

❌ Give anyone your banking PIN.

❌ Give someone your online banking password.

❌ Send money to an individual claiming to represent Etion Create.

❌ Submit your documents through an unknown application website.

If you find the bursary on WhatsApp, Facebook or another social-media platform, verify the opportunity through Etion Create’s official website before applying.

Final Thoughts

The Etion Create Bursary 2027 is a specialised opportunity for students already progressing through BEng Electronics or BEng Computer Engineering.

It can help successful students with major study costs including tuition, registration, accommodation, meals and prescribed textbooks.

However, because only two bursaries are being offered, students who meet the requirements should make sure their applications are complete and submitted before the deadline.

 Closing Date: 16 October 2026

Check the requirements. Prepare your documents. Apply early.

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Official application route: Etion Create Careers – Official Website