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Eligibility Requirements
- South African citizen
- Registered or planning to register for full-time undergraduate study at an accredited South African institution
- Studying towards a qualification in engineering/technology (NESA stream) or business/commerce (4RE stream)
- Meets Goldwind's minimum academic requirements as stated on the current application form
About Goldwind Bursary
The Goldwind Bursary Programme is offered by Goldwind Africa (Pty) Ltd, the South African operating entity of Goldwind, a global manufacturer of wind turbines and renewable energy solutions with a growing footprint of wind farm projects in South Africa, including the Excelsior and Overberg wind energy facilities. The programme has historically comprised two funding streams: the NESA Bursary for engineering and technology students, and the 4RE Bursary for students studying business-related degrees relevant to renewable energy enterprise development.
Through these bursaries, Goldwind supports South African undergraduate students who wish to build careers connected to the country's transition to sustainable energy.
Funding Details
Publicly available information about the programme confirms it is intended to support the cost of an undergraduate qualification for selected recipients, but an independently verifiable, itemised breakdown of exactly what is covered (e.g. tuition, accommodation, allowances) could not be confirmed from Goldwind's own communications at the time of writing. Prospective applicants should confirm the exact benefits directly with Goldwind before applying.
Where You Can Study
Open to students registered at any recognised and accredited South African public tertiary institution offering relevant engineering, technology, business or commerce qualifications.
About Goldwind Africa (Pty) Ltd
Goldwind Africa (Pty) Ltd is the South African arm of Goldwind, one of the world's largest wind turbine manufacturers, headquartered in China and active in wind markets across Asia, Australia, Europe, the Americas and Af…
View full provider profile →Fields of Study & Who Can Apply
The bursary has been open to South African citizens who are registered, or intend to register, for full-time undergraduate study at a recognised and accredited South African tertiary institution, in a field of study aligned with either the NESA (engineering/technology) or 4RE (business/commerce) streams.
Application Procedure
Apply directly with the provider using the official application link below, before the closing date.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this bursary still open for applications?
Goldwind has run this bursary programme annually, with a closing date historically around mid-February. The most recently confirmed application window closed on 15 February 2026. As of this listing's last verification date (27 August 2026), a new intake for the following academic year had not yet been announced; prospective applicants should check Goldwind's official channels or contact the bursary administrators directly for the current status.
What exactly does the bursary cover?
Goldwind has not published a detailed, independently verifiable breakdown of covered costs at the time of research. Applicants should request this information directly from Goldwind before applying.
How do I apply?
Recent cycles required applicants to submit a completed application form and supporting documents by email to Goldwind's bursary administrators. Contact details and the application form change from year to year, so applicants should confirm the current process via Goldwind's official contacts.
Which entity administers this bursary?
The bursary is associated with Goldwind Africa (Pty) Ltd, the South African subsidiary of the wind turbine manufacturer Goldwind, which has an office in Sandton, Johannesburg, and several wind farm projects in South Africa.
