HENSOLDT South Africa Bursary 2025-2026
ABOUT THE BURSARY PROVIDER – HENSOLDT
Hensoldt is a multinational corporation headquartered in Munich, Germany, specializing in avionics, radar, and optoelectronics. The company’s primary focus is on sensor technologies that support the defense, security, and aerospace sectors. Hensoldt provides solutions for protection and surveillance missions.
In 2019, HENSOLDT South Africa Africa was established as a result of the merger between GEW Technology and HENSOLDT Optronics Pty, two South African entities. HENSOLDT South Africa is headquartered in Pretoria, with an additional office in Irene, Gauteng, located between Pretoria and Johannesburg.
HENSOLDT South Africa is one of the largest defense and security electronics companies in South Africa, known for its technological innovation and contributions to defense and security electronics.
ABOUT THE HENSOLDT BURSARY PROGRAMME – FIELDS COVERED
HENSOLDT South Africa invites students to apply for their bursary program for the 2025-2026 academic year. The bursaries are available for undergraduate and postgraduate studies, with a focus on engineering and technical fields. The eligible fields of study include:
Undergraduate studies:
- Electronic Engineering (BEng) (with an interest in embedded software/firmware)
- Computer Engineering (BEng) (with an interest in artificial intelligence, machine learning)
- Computer Science (BSc)
- Mechanical Engineering (BEng) (with an interest in fine mechanical design and optics)
- Mechatronics Engineering (BEng) (with an interest in control systems)
Postgraduate studies:
- Electronic Engineering (MEng) (with an interest in radar and signal processing)
- Mechanical or Mechatronic Engineering (MEng) (with an interest in control systems)
A total of 10 bursaries will be awarded: 8 for undergraduate studies and 2 for postgraduate studies.
MORE ABOUT THE HENSOLDT BURSARY PROGRAMME – EXPENSES COVERED, OBLIGATIONS & SELECTION
The Hensoldt bursary covers various expenses, including tuition fees, prescribed textbooks, student accommodation, and a monthly allowance. After graduation, bursary recipients are required to work at HENSOLDT for one year for each year of funding received.
Undergraduate students must participate in holiday work, while postgraduate students are required to undertake project-related work at HENSOLDT. The bursary program may also include internships during and after studies.
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 14 days of the application deadline. If you do not receive any feedback within this time frame, please consider your application unsuccessful.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE HENSOLDT BURSARY
To be eligible for the Hensoldt bursary, applicants must meet the following minimum entry criteria:
- Studying toward one of the listed undergraduate or postgraduate qualifications.
- Specific year requirements for undergraduate fields of study (e.g., entering the 3rd or 4th year of study in 2025-2026).
- South African citizenship.
- Preference given to suitable candidates from designated groups.
HOW TO APPLY FOR THE HENSOLDT BURSARY
Applicants should submit the following clear copies of documents via email to recruitment@hensoldt.net:
- Full academic record.
- Proof of registration for 2025-2026.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV).
There is no formal application form to complete. Simply submit the required documents as specified above. Please use your preferred bursary field as the subject line of your email (e.g., “Electronic Engineering (BEng) Bursary”).
CLOSING DATE
The closing date for Hensoldt Bursary applications is 20 October. Ensure that you submit your application before this date to be considered.
CONTACT THE BURSARY PROVIDER
For any inquiries related to this bursary program, please contact HENSOLDT South Africa directly:
Email: recruitment@hensoldt.net Contact page: Hensoldt Contact
