CCBSA Study Buddy Bursaries 2026: Eligibility, Benefits and Application Guide
Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa offers a great chance for university students. The CCBSA Study Buddy Bursaries 2026 provide money for school and real job experience. This program helps talented South African students in science, engineering, and other key fields. It cuts down money worries so they can finish their degrees.
This article covers the program details, what it pays for, fields of study, who can apply, needed papers, and how to send in an application.
About the CCBSA Study Buddy Bursary Programme
The CCBSA Study Buddy Bursary Programme targets students starting their second or third year of university in 2026. It supports those in science, engineering, or other needed skills. The goal is to give cash help and hands-on work at CCBSA sites during school breaks. Students get a taste of real jobs in the beverage world.
Key benefits include:
- Financial relief that lets students focus on class without money stress.
- Skill-building through vacation work at company sites.
- Career exposure to match school learning with industry needs.
- A path to grow as pros in manufacturing and beverages.
What the Bursary Covers
This bursary pays for main school costs. It helps students stay on track. Full or part coverage eases family burdens.
- Tuition fees (full or partial)
- Accommodation costs
- Meal allowances
- Textbooks and academic study materials
Eligible Fields of Study
CCBSA looks for fields that help the manufacturing and beverage sector. STEM programs top the list. Other matching areas may qualify too.
Engineering Degrees
- Industrial Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mechatronic Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
Science Degrees
- Biochemistry
- Microbiology
- Environmental Science
- Safety Management
- Chemistry
Other Relevant Fields
- Supply Chain Management
- Marketing
- Information Technology (IT)
Eligibility Requirements
Students must meet these rules to apply:
- South African citizen
- Strong academic record, with good matric and university marks
- Completed first or second year of university
- Entering second or third year in 2026
- Registered at a recognized South African university
- Studying a STEM-related or approved qualification
- Available to work at a CCBSA site during university vacations
Required Documents
Gather these papers for the application. Each one proves your fit for the program.
- Academic transcripts: Show your grades and progress.
- Proof of university registration: Confirms you are enrolled.
- South African ID document: Verifies citizenship.
- Updated CV: Lists your skills and background.
How to Apply
Apply online at the CCBSA careers site. The closing date was 13 March 2026. Today’s date is 18 March 2026, so the window has closed. Check the site for updates on next year.
Follow these steps:
- Prepare all required documents.
- Go to https://ccbsacareers.co.za/.
- Fill out the form and submit.
Application Link: https://ccbsacareers.co.za/
Closing Date: 13 March 2026