Spoornet Bursaries from Transnet

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Spoornet Bursaries

Spoornet bursaries at Transnet a South Africa company are one such example of a great privately offered South African financial assistance program, and students should certainly be considering it in their search for monetary aid. Students in South Africa may not have the readily available public bursaries offered in the United Kingdom and Canada, but they do have an abundance of privately offered bursary programs. While many such offered bursaries in South Africa often come with a limited offering to students in a relatively short number of eligible degree programs, the Spoornet bursary sets itself apart by being widely applicable. This has the benefit of being more readily available to students from a diverse academic background but also suffers from the limitation of increasing the applicant pool. Because of the large number of applicants the Spoornet bursary in SA is likely to attract, interested students are encouraged to not only display a strong academic merit but also be able to show their dedication to their chosen career path. In order to increase a student’s chances in getting bursaries at Spoornet, applicants should consider their applications in great depth to make sure that it displays their best attributes, working diligently on all related submission material and seeing to it that what they provide to the selection committee is the best information available.

Large swaths of degree programs are eligible for the Spoornet bursary from bachelor degrees in communications, engineering, computer science or psychology. Targeted learning includes accounting, economics, industrial engineering, electrical engineering, information technology and many more. On top of the wide coverage of various fields, the Spoornet bursary also covers an immense amount of costs. Tuition in its entirety is covered by the program as well as additional costs for books and living expenses. Trips to and from home are also paid for by the program.

Like many other South African bursaries, every year that a student receives financial aid from the Spoornet bursary scheme requires a year of service for the company providing the financial assistance. The large amount of money which the Spoornet bursary covers makes this a fairly equal exchange in the long run and, unless students have other job obligations to another bursary program, should not deter them from applying to the program. As is suggested above, all students who receive a Spoornet bursary program have the option of renewing it in subsequent years so long as their academic progress merits renewal. While the fields to which the bursary can be applied to are indeed many, Spoornet reserves the right to limit what fields they select as priority based on their commercial needs.

Eligibility for bursaries at Spoornet are fairly straight forward. Students must be South African citizens who also attended and graduated from a school within the country. Matriculation grades must be above a C average and students must show a financial need. On the actual application, students will need to provide their academic scores from grade 11 on top of their matriculation scores. Finally, this bursary is mainly available for students who are entering their first year of schooling. If a student meets these criteria, then they should download the application form online and have it submitted by January 31 of the applicable year. Considering the application carefully, a small section is available for students to list the achievement they have made of which they are most proud. As it is such a short section, this is not a moment for a student to go on and on about what they have done and how they have done it. Rather, this area should be reserved for short snippets – awards a students have received, community programs they have been involved in, leadership roles they have taken on and personal objectives a student has set then overcome are all fair game in this area.

The Spoornet bursary from SA is offered by Transnet Freight Rail, a South African train company. Students should consider this as, once they start working off their bursary obligations, they will be working at this company until their bursary debt is paid off. If a student does not have any interest in working in this field, then the Spoornet Bursaries may not be for them. On the other hand, if a student is interested in working at this company, then this should be all means only add to any encouragement they may already have in filling out the application.

75 thoughts on “Spoornet Bursaries from Transnet”

    1. S MATHENJWA,

      Contacting the financial aids office of the college you are interested in attending is always a top first step for they will offer you up to date information on programs new to their college. Make an appointment with a college (FINANCIAL AIDS OFFICE) in your area which you are interested in attending to discuss your options and to assess your situation.

      Contact your state/province department of education for assistance too.

      We high lite many high profile bursaries which you have to apply directly to the sponsor of the bursary for. Many private companies have bursaries but don’t advertise about and you must ask them directly on how to apply for them. You can actually do this by emailing them or calling them on the phone – or even visiting their websites. Local libraries also have list which may be updated on a regular basis so visit them too.

    1. VINCENT,

      you must apply to as many bursaries as you may qualify for to see if you qualify for an APPRENTICE with some company. Many South African companies offer them. You must contact them directly to find out and apply.

  4. hi. i will like to whether there are still busaries available in your company. i am a student in ukzn looking for people who will help met. Thanks.

  5. It is not easy to find bursary beause we apply everyday but no response i preffer that the company says on space than egnorance.

  6. Thank you for the info. I matriculated last year and i performed well but my maths mark was not that good, i got 45% in maths, my physics is 62% and biology 74%. English its 89%, CAT 59%, Sesotho HL is 71% and LO 81%. I would like to apply for this bursary and would like to know if my application will be considered with these marks. I am a hard worker and i know i can perform much better than this if given the chance.

  7. I would like to know the deadline/due date of the bursury.And does it accommodate social work students?

    1. Phumeza,

      go to Transnet bursaries and click on the link in the 5th paragraph (Transnet bursaries) to help you. You may contact them via their contact webpage to see if they accommodate social work students.

  8. hi my name is sthembile, um currently doing Ndip in accounting at uj this year,i would lyk to knw if this bursary is 4 students lyk me, since they didnt specify the qualification

    1. sthembile,
      Go to Transnet bursaries and click the link in the article – Transnet bursaries- which will take you to the information page. Send any questions to them via their contact form.

  9. I need financial help

    when are the closing date for Transnet? im studying accounting will i qualify for a bursary?

    1. Lesley,

      go to Transnet bursaries and click the link in the article which will take you to the Transnet bursary webpage to find out what you’re looking for. From there you can send them any questions through their contact page form.

    1. mpho
      Go to Spoornet bursaries to see if they have their program open now. Contact them through their contact page to send direct questions to them if they don’t have the program open now.

  12. may you please connsider me when there are post for bursaries. Im in need of a bursary and im currently studying at Vaal University of Technology doing national diploma in logistics management first year.

    1. kamogelo,

      talk to the FinAids office at Vaal University of Technology to see what latest bursary programs they have which you may qualify for. We write about the various bursaries on the market today but do not administer them. You must go directly to the bursary sponsor website to apply.

  13. AM AMBITIOUS YOUNG GIRL WHO IS CURRENTLY DOING (IT) INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY IN PC TRAINING & BUSINESS COLLEGE IN DIPLOMA CLASS,AND IM LOOKING FOR A SPONSER WHO WILL SPONSER ME WITH THE FEES TO ACCOMPLISH MY STUDIES.
    I WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU

    1. morongwe,

      we do not provide sponsorship. I would talk to the FinAids office of the college you are attending to see if they may guide you in the direction you need.

    1. Johanna,

      both. You can verify this by sending them a question email via their contact webpage. Sometimes companies change their bursary guidelines so it’s always good to verify. All websites have this question page and you can get 100% accurate answers this way.

  16. My daughter applied for cost and management accounting at TUT. she filled in the bursary form for Spoornet and we don’t know where to send( we can’t find the addredd to post it. Will you please help with postal address?

    Thank you

    1. thandi,

      bursaries are based mostly on financial need and other factors and not age. You would be well advised to always check on this when applying to any bursary program. The qualifying criteria will usually state all the bursary guidelines.

  18. I am currently a first year sociology student at University of Zululand. I wish to know whether could I qualify on some of your panel of bursaries?

    1. sakhile,

      apply directly to the bursary of your choice by going directly to the sponsors website to apply. You must apply to each one separately.

  19. i am hereby chacking for spoornet bursaries and learnerships if they are available . and also how to get the application forms

    1. Lucy,

      bursaries are provided by the places we have written about on our website and no us. You should contact business’s which may provide bursaries and apply to them directly.

  21. im a post graduate in social work and currently im enrolling with my honours in industrial sociology, so i want to know if the are any post available for the field of my study if they are available where to apply

    1. thulani,

      I would contact your government to see if they have what your looking for, or your FinAids office may be able to tell you.

  22. it is said internet’s faster than doing things like we where used to, like submittion of application forms…..i want to know how fast is the internet because i’ve been applying since 2006 and nothing has come up??!

    1. kabi,

      this is frustrating indeed. Email would help in your situation to inquire about what may or may not be happening with your application. You may want to re-apply.

  25. hi im currently doing my NATIONAL DIPLOMA IN INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING at University of Johannesburg,i just want to ask if i qualify for a bursary

  26. hi im doing my final year in BA social science and i would like to do a honours in industrial sociology, what are the requirements for the Spornet bursary in industrial sociology.

  27. P.O Box 52841
    Mthatha
    5099
    I Diniso Mzukisi 26 year old healthy and deligent.I have completed my N6 Electrical Engineering in King Sabata Dalindyebo Further Education and Training College in Mthatha, and I have got a Code C1 or 10 License .I working at Mamoteka Trade CC under Eskom, East London Areas and Mthatha Araes.I’m looking for In-Service –Training/Experiential Training to complete my Diploma.

    1. Mzukisi,

      ask the companies you are presently involved with this question which should easily help you with.

  28. i need a bursary at your comany to help with studies, i presently study Bsc civil engineering , i don’t have any financial aid.

  29. YES IT IS A NICE BURSARIY AND A GREAT OPPOTUNI9TY INDEED FOR THOSE WHO ARE NOT FORTUNATE WHEN IT COMES TO FINANCE, BUT THERE’S ONLY ONE PROBLEM, NOT EVERYONE KNOWS ABOUT THESE STUFF.. I THINK PUBLIC ADVERTISEMENTS THAT EVERYONE HAS ACCESS TO SHOULD BE DISPLAYED SO THAT EVERYONE CAN KNOW ABOUT THESE THINGS. ITS EVERYONES NEEED TO HAVE GOOD EDUCATION, PEOPLE LIKE YOU SHOULD GIVE OUT TO THE PEOPLE THAT ARE IN NEED CAUSE IN THE END IT’S RICH PEOPLE WHO GET THESE BURSARIES WHOM IN THE END DON’T NEED THEM. CONCERNED STUDENT

    1. MILANI,

      I agree that all who want an education should be able to get one for free (paid by the government). But unfortunately it’s not that way NOW so we must play by the existing rules. And I am not rich with $ – but I am rich in spirit!

  30. I RANGOLO SHANDUKANI I WANT A BURSARY IM A STUDENT AT TSWANE SOUTH COLLEGE COMPLETING MY N4 FOR MECHANICAL ENGINEERING I DONT HAVE ANY FINANCIAL AID

  31. Can you please offer bursaries to student who are studying at private institutions and for management courses, coz these institution are expensive. We are in need of money for school fees.

    1. Yatiso,

      you must apply to bursaries to see if you qualify for them. We do not offer direct bursary programs but write about those who do. I recommend that you talk with the FinAids manager at the college you want to attend to see what specific student aid programs you may be eligible for.

  33. HI, LOOKING FOR A BURSARY TO STUDY MINING ENGINEERING WITH UNISA NEXT YEAR.

    ALSO LOOKING FOR A JOB IN THE FIELD OF HEALTH,SAFETY & ENVIRONMENT(SAFETY OFFICER/SHE PRACTITIONER/SHEQ/ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER/SHE AUDITOR ETC).I HAVE SAMTRAC & HIRA WITH NOSA,& PROJECT MANAGEMENT WITH BELGRAVIA INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT.

    WOULD REALLY APPRECIATE YOUR ASISTANCE IN THIS REGARD
    0726669313

    1. AMINA,

      you must apply to bursaries to see if you qualify for them. We do not offer direct bursary programs but write about those who do. I recommend that you talk with the FinAids manager at the college you attend to see what specific student aid programs you may be eligible for. Read more about UNISA bursaries.

  34. hai am tiyani am doing b.a psychology an its my first year as i have fanecial problem i just want to knw if this bursary cane be alocated to me

    1. tiyani,

      you must apply to bursaries to see if you qualify for them. Go directly to the bursary sponsors website to apply. We do not offer direct bursary programs but write about those who do. I recommend that you talk with the FinAids manager at the college you attend to see what specific student aid programs you may be eligible for.

    1. sinawo,

      we do not sponsor bursaries but only write about some good ones to apply to. Talk to your FinAids office at a college you may want to attend to see what programs they have to apply for which you may be a good fit for.

      Have you tried your own government bursary programs?

    1. yandisa,

      we do not offer bursary programs to student, but we do write about and discuss the more popular ones!

    1. micah,

      you may want to direct this question directly to Spoornet or Transnet if this is what you are referring to.

      We do not sponsor any students.

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