Key Facts
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- Field of Study
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2026
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Eligibility Requirements
- South African citizen
- Currently in Matric or already completed Matric
- Studying, or planning to study, full-time towards an undergraduate qualification in an approved field
- Enrolled or accepted at a recognised and accredited South African university, university of technology, or TVET college
- Strong academic record and demonstrated financial need
- Preference given to applicants from communities surrounding Westfalia Fruit operations
Documents Needed
- South African ID
- Matric results or certificate
- Academic records
- Proof of residence
About Westfalia Fruit Bursary
Westfalia Fruit runs an Educational Bursary Scheme that supports South African students studying agriculture, engineering, and a wide range of related fields. Founded in 1949 by Dr Hans Merensky, Westfalia Fruit has grown into a multinational supplier of fresh fruit, known especially for its avocado operations, with offices spanning South Africa and several other countries.
The company funds this bursary to develop skilled people for its own industry and, in particular, to give preference to students from the communities that surround its South African operations. Agriculture depends on a broad mix of technical and support skills, so Westfalia Fruit's bursary list stretches well beyond agricultural science into engineering, food science, and even trades.
Funding Details
The scheme funds full-time undergraduate study for students who meet the academic and financial-need criteria. Westfalia Fruit has not published a detailed public breakdown of exactly which costs the bursary covers beyond study fees, so applicants should confirm the specific benefit package once shortlisted.
Where You Can Study
Applicants may study at any recognised and accredited South African university, university of technology, or TVET college. Westfalia Fruit has not published a restricted list of approved institutions beyond requiring formal accreditation.
About Westfalia Fruit
Westfalia Fruit is a multinational fruit company founded in 1949 by Dr Hans Merensky, built initially around South African avocado farming and now supplying fresh fruit and related processed products to markets across th…
View full provider profile →Fields of Study & Who Can Apply
Westfalia Fruit's bursary targets students studying, or planning to study, within one of 24 listed disciplines. These span Agricultural Engineering, Agricultural Sciences, and Biotechnology, several engineering specialisations including Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, and Mechatronic Engineering, Food Science, Horticulture, and other plant-related studies. The list also includes Medicine, Nursing, and Teaching, plus business-facing fields such as Finance, Human Resources, Logistics, and Supply Chain Management, along with technical trades like Fitting and Turning, Boilermaking, and Millwright qualifications. Selection favours applicants who show a strong academic record and demonstrated financial need, and preference goes to students from communities near Westfalia Fruit's operations.
Application Procedure
Apply directly with the provider using the official application link below, before the closing date.
Applications for this cycle have closed. Check the provider's site for the next intake.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What fields of study does the Westfalia Fruit Bursary cover?
It covers 24 disciplines, ranging from agricultural sciences and engineering to food science, health sciences, business fields, and technical trades such as fitting and turning.
Do I need to live near a Westfalia Fruit operation to qualify?
No, but preference is given to applicants from communities surrounding the company's South African operations.
How do I apply?
Applications are submitted online through Westfalia Fruit's application portal, where you upload your ID, Matric results, academic records, and proof of residence.
When does the application period close?
For the 2026 academic year, applications closed on 30 November 2025.
Can TVET college students apply?
Yes. The bursary is open to students at recognised universities, universities of technology, and TVET colleges, including several technical trade qualifications.
