Electrical engineering fuels technological advancements and powers the nation’s infrastructure.
The field offers a range of career paths, from designing electrical systems for power plants and buildings to developing cutting-edge technologies for renewable energy generation.
Career Opportunities in Electrical Engineering
Electrical engineers can pursue a wide range of career paths, including:
- Electrical Engineer
- Power Systems Engineer
- Control Systems Engineer
- Electronics Engineer
- Renewable Energy Engineer
- Project Manager
- Construction Manager
Fields of Study
To pursue a career in electrical engineering, a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field is typically required.
Specialization can be achieved through postgraduate studies in areas such as power systems, control systems, electronics, or renewable energy.
Beyond academic qualifications, electrical engineers need a strong foundation in mathematics, physics, and computer science.
They must also possess problem-solving skills, analytical thinking, and a keen understanding of electrical principles.
Extra certifications like the Professional Engineer (PE) designation can also increase your career prospects.
Electrical Engineering Bursaries
These are some ways to secure funding for your studies:
Actom Bursary
Altech Bursary
Altron Bill Venter Academy Bursary
Bell Equipment Bursary
Black Mountain Study Trust Bursary
BMW Bursary
Chris Hani District Municipality Bursary
de Beers Bursary
Dr JS Moroka Local Municipality Bursary
DRDGOLD Bursary
Eastern Cape Department of Public Works and Infrastructure Bursary
Egis Operation South Africa Bursary
Exxaro Bursary
Fermel Bursary
Globeleq Scholarship
Haleon Bursary
Huawei Technologies Bursary
Hulamin Bursary
ICMEESA Bursary
Imerys Refractory Bursary
John Thompsons Bursary
Jindal Africa Bursary
Kimberley Ekapa Mining Bursary
Mining Qualifications Authority (MQA) Bursary
Municipal Infrastructure Support Agent (MISA) Bursary
Musina Local Municipality Bursary
National Research Foundation Bursary
Northam Zondereinde Mine Bursary
Openserve Bursary
Palabora Mining Company Bursary
Pilanesberg Platinum Mines (PPM) Bursary
Richards Bay Coal Terminal (RBCT) Bursary
Richards Bay Industrial Development Zone (RBIDZ) Bursary
Royal Bafokeng Platinum Bursary
Schauenburg Education Trust Bursary
Schneider Electric Bursary
SIOC Community Development Trust (SIOC-cdt) Bursary
South African Forestry Company Limited (SAFCOL) Bursary
South African Institute of Electrical Engineers (SAIEE) Bursary
The Msunduzi Municipality Bursary
Volkswagen Group South Africa (VWSA) Bursary