Volkswagen Community Trust Bursary South Africa 2025

Are you a South African student passionate about pursuing a career in business, engineering, science, or other related fields?

The Volkswagen Community Trust Bursary  program, offered by the social investment arm of the renowned Volkswagen Group, aims to empower deserving students by providing comprehensive financial and professional support.

About the Volkswagen Community Trust Bursary

The Volkswagen Community Trust Bursary is a financial aid program dedicated to supporting deserving South African students in their academic endeavors.

The Trust prioritizes uplifting previously disadvantaged individuals by offering bursaries that address the financial barriers to obtaining a quality education.

Their focus areas encompass Education, Youth Development, and other social initiatives aimed at enhancing the lives of South African communities.

Volkswagen Community Trust Bursary Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the Volkswagen Community Trust Bursary, applicants must meet the following criteria:

  1. You must be a South African citizen or permanent resident.
  2. You must have completed your Matriculation certificate.
  3. Your chosen field of study must fall within the approved categories, including Business Studies, Commerce, Computer Science, Engineering, Finance, Marketing, Mathematics, or Science.
  4. You must be enrolled at a recognized public or private tertiary institution in South Africa.
  5. Academic Performance: You must demonstrate strong academic performance in your previous year of study.
  6. Financial Need & Residence (Preference): While not mandatory, preference will be given to students residing in Uitenhage and surrounding areas, as well as those who can demonstrate financial need.

Volkswagen Community Trust Bursary Application Requirements

The application process for the Volkswagen Community Trust Bursary is entirely online.

Here’s a breakdown of the steps involved:

  1. Online Application Platform: Applications must be submitted through the dedicated bursary website.
  2. Registration: You’ll need to create an account by registering. Register before you can proceed to the login and application section.
  3. Supporting Documentation: Ensure you submit clear copies of all required documents alongside your online application. Missing documents will result in disqualification. Here’s the list of required documents:
    • Certified copy of your ID document
    • Certified copy of your Matric certificate
    • Full academic record from your current tertiary institution on official letterhead
    • Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV)
    • Certified copies of your parent or guardian’s ID documents
    • Proof of your parent or guardian’s household income (latest payslips, bank statements if employed, affidavit if unemployed, or death certificate if deceased)
    • Proof of residence (applicable only if residing in Uitenhage or surrounding areas)

How to Apply

The Volkswagen Community Trust Bursary program is currently on hold, and no bursaries are being offered until further notice.

The application portal reflects this information, and applications submitted after the usual closing date of July 31st won’t be considered.

Just keep bookmarking this page and checking the official Volkswagen Community Trust website for updates regarding the bursary program’s resumption.

How to Contact

While applications are currently on hold, you can still reach out to the Volkswagen Community Trust for any inquiries related to the bursary program.

Here’s their contact information:

  1. Telephone: 041 994 4399
  2. Fax: 041 994 5587