Bursaries are reviewed after each examination based on the student’s academic performance and are renewed annually.  All bursaries are granted on merit, but preference is given to black (African, Coloured and Indian) applicants.

Requirements:
• Excellent overall results including a distinction for higher grade mathematics.
• A minimum of two distinctions (including mathematics) if higher grade physical science is one of the incumbent’s subjects.
• A minimum of four distinctions (including mathematics) if physical science is not one of the incumbent’s subjects.
• At tertiary level, students must maintain continuous excellence in academic performance in all subjects.
• Good leadership qualities and participation in extramural activities such as sports, debating societies, chess clubs and various Olympiads, etc are an added advantage.

Costs Covered:
• Tuition fees are paid for each academic year of study and reviewed annually based on academic performance.
• Residence fees/subsistence allowance is paid for shared accommodation at a university residence.
• A monthly subsistence allowance is paid if the student chooses not to live at the university residence.
• A book allowance is paid annually for the purchase of textbooks.
• First year students qualify for a calculator allowance. Applications are open to all students regardless of the year of study. Once approved, the bursar will enter into an agreement with Liberty Life that will be renewed annually.
All bursars are obliged to complete a period of employment for every year of sponsorship. The standard employment contract will be entered into once studies are completed.

TO APPLY CLICK HERE

CLOSING DATE: 31 August 2014

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Students already studying towards the following any qualifications at South African universities will be considered:

• Bsc Civil Engineering
• B. Eng
• B.Ing
• NDip Civil Engineering

(Academic results to accompany all applications)

How to apply?

TO APPLY CLICK HERE NOW. The closing date is not specified, therefore avoid disappointment and apply now.

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South Africa’s oldest bursary NGO’s, Studietrust, has just announced that its bursary application process for undergraduate bursaries for has commenced and it will be closing on 30 September 2013.

Studietrust offers access bursaries and sponsored bursaries. Access bursaries are usually partial bursaries covering only a limited amount of the university costs. Sponsored bursaries may cover all fees, including books, tuition, travel and other fees, where applicable.

All students or prospective students applying for any bursary at Studietrust will be considered for all bursaries on offer- if they qualify. Therefore, this means one needs only one application form to apply for all bursaries they qualify for at Studietrust.

These are the kinds of ACCESS (PARTIAL) bursaries available:

◊ School bursaries (Grades 9-12)

◊ Agricultural College bursaries

◊ FET College bursaries

◊ University of Technology bursaries

◊ University bursaries

Studietrust bursaries cover a range of study fields including the following:

• Agriculture, Horticulture, Nature Conservation

• Building and Construction

• Chemistry (Science)

• Commerce (Accounting, Banking, Cost & Management Accounting, Financial Management, Internal Auditing, etc)

• Education

• Engineering – all programmes

• Environmental Health

• Information Technology

• Logistics

• Marketing

• Office Management and Technology

• Public Management / Relations

• Town & Regional Planning

• Travel, Tourism, Hospitality, Food Services

Studietrust’s sponsored bursaries are funded by a number of organisations which set their own requirements. This kind of bursaries are awarded based on, according to Studietrust, “academic merit, financial need and according to the sponsors requirements”.

The following companies currently sponsor bursaries at Studietrust:

1. AVI

2. First National Bank (FNB)

3. Coronation Fund Managers

4. Pick ‘n Pay

5. Sasol Inzalo Foundation

6. Sun International SCD Trust

7. Investec Specialist Bank

8. Peregrine

The application forms for bursaries in 2014 can be downloaded (CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE 2014 STUDIETRUST BURSARY APPLICATION FORM) and forwarded to Studietrust before 30 September 2013 for study in 2014 OR you can apply ONLINE by clicking on the link above {NOTE: You will be considered for ALL the bursaries at Studietrust, you just need one application form}.

All completed forms should be returned to Studietrust NO LATER than 30 September on the following postal address:

The National Director

Studietrust

P.O. Box 29192

MELVILLE

2109

For any further information can be accessed from Studietrust on the following details:

Website: www.studytrust.org.za

Email: apply@studytrust.org.za

Tel: 011 403 1632/3

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Take a minute and ask yourself a few questions:

• Are you dedicated and self-driven?
• Are you a maths whiz?
• Do you have good communication skills?
• Do you like a challenge?
• Do you have that x-factor that sets you apart from all others?

If you answered “Yes” to the questions then you’re half way to becoming a recognised top-earning professional! The other half requires hard work and dedication.

The Actuarial Bursary Programme offers you and other young South Africans the opportunity to develop an actuarial career.

What you get

Just take a look at what the University of Cape Town and Stellebosch University bursary covers:

• All tuition.
• Accommodation with meals.
• General and book allowance.
• Travel allowance (where applicable).
• Incentives for good performance.
• Academic and emotional support.
• Good networking opportunities.
• Vacation work from second year.

Post Graduation

After your studies you can enjoy:

• Guaranteed employment after university.
• One-on-one mentoring by an experienced qualified actuary.
• In-house rotation programme exposing you to professional development across all areas.
• Working with acknowledged industry-leading experts in different fields, shaping South Africa’s financial future!

What you need to qualify

You need Mathematics with a strong A-plus result and A’s and B’s for the rest of your matric subjects.

Apply!

Download:
Actuarial Bursary Application Form (85kb pdf).

Preference will be given to South African black learners i.e. Africans, Coloureds and Indians (in terms of the Employment Equity Act). Please ensure that the application is completed in your own writing.

Additional Documentation

Send certified copies of:

• Your identity document.
• Your results.

Useful information:

• Read through the requirements carefully.
• The Application deadline is 30 July.
• If your results are not available please send your application form in indicating that your results will follow as soon as they are available.
• Provide valid contact details.
• Sections 8 and 9 need to be completed by your school principal (not applicable to university students).
• Don’t forget to attach your biography and essay to your application form.

Submissions:

The Coordinator Actuarial Bursary Applications

Actuarial Resource Development (2M)
Old Mutual
Po Box 66
Cape Town
8000

Only applications submitted directly to this office will be considered (i.e. please do not deliver your applications to branches or submit via a financial adviser).

Submissions will be shortlisted and those candidates will be interviewed.

Selection Process

If you do not hear from us it is your responsibility to contact the Bursary Office.

Contact

Tel: +27 (0)21 509 2656 / +27 (0)11 217 1707.

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Bursary holders are required to serve a three year (minimum) training contract with the firm on completion of their post-graduate studies. This period may be extended depending on the value of the bursary awarded or the number of years for which the bursary is awarded. A training contract is a learnership contract for 3 years where you will be applying the theory learnt at university to the practical environment.

The above includes:

• Performing audit procedures at clients to express an opinion on their financial records.
• Working closely with audit teams to ensure client deadlines are met.
• Working in a challenging business environment.
• Interacting with people on various levels of experience.
• Gaining a wealth of experience on best business practices.
• Progressing steadily throughout the three years to qualify as a Chartered Accountant, this includes writing the qualifying exams and achieving the necessary core hours as prescribed by SAICA. Core experience obtained during your learnership includes auditing, accounting, financial management, secretarial systems, taxation and estates, business information systems.

Competencies / Skills:

You may apply for a bursary if you intend to study or are studying towards the Chartered Accounting (South Africa) CA (SA) qualification.
Qualifications include a B Com in accounting or equivalent at any SAICA (South African Institute of Chartered Accountants) accredited university.

Requirements for Grade 12:
Must be writing for a matric exemption and university acceptance, with Pure mathematics and English.
Must obtain over 60% for all subjects.

Requirements for university students:
Must obtain consistent passes in all your subjects.

Other requirements include:

• Proficient in English
• Strong communication skills
• Involvement in sport at school and/or university
• Good interpersonal skills
• Drive and determination
• Leadership potential
• Team player
• Deadline driven
• Attention to detail

TO APPLY CLICK HERE

CLOSING DATE: 31 July 2013
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Full-time bursaries are awarded annually according to the employment needs of the company. All our full-time students are viewed as potential employees – depending on vacancies being available after successfully completing their qualifications.

Bursary Value

The comprehensive bursary, covers the following:

• Tuition fees
• Accommodation and meals
• Book Allowance
• Experiential training

Students are allowed to study at a South African University of their own choice who offers the relevant fields of study.

Selection

After the screening of applications by the Transnet Bursary Department, candidates – based on academic performance on secondary or tertiary level – will be invited to be interviewed. The interviews will take place at Johannesburg, Bloemfontein, Cape Town and Durban.

The final selection and award is subjective to the following:

• Interview
• Satisfactory academic results
• Medical fitness

CLOSING DATE: 31 July 2013 EXTENDED TO 31 AUGUST 2013

How to apply for the Transnet Bursary for 2014

Before you can apply start by downloading the 2014 Transnet Bursary Application Form by clicking here

E-mail your completed application form, CV and proof of academic result to bursaries@transnet.net or fax it to (011 774 9235.)
Closing date: 31 August 2013 (extended)

Current students studying towards the above qualifications with excellent academic records (only SA citizens without any other bursary obligations) are also invited to apply. Relevant reference code to be indicated on the application form.

You can also download the Transnet Bursary Advert in PDF by clicking here

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Aurecon provides engineering, management and specialist technical services for government and private sector clients globally. The group, with an office network extending across 23 countries, has been involved in projects in more than 70 countries across Africa, Asia Pacific and the Middle East.

Aurecon employs over 7 000 professionals who offer in-depth local market knowledge combined with international expertise across eleven key market sectors: Construction, Data & Telecommunications, Defence, Energy, Government, International Development Assistance, Manufacturing, Property, Resources, Transport and Water.

Aurecon is a learning organisation and our Bursary Scheme offers top performing scholars and students financial support covering Engineering related degrees at accredited universities.  This applies to undergraduate level degrees in the following fields:

• Civil Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering

Requirements to be considered for Aurecon’s Bursary Programme are as follows:

Aurecon aims to nurture young talent, providing budding engineers with the academic and practical support required to lead all individuals towards professional careers within the engineering field.  To be part of this outstanding programme that will see your personal, academic and professional development flourish, apply today.

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

CLOSING DATE: 31 July 2013

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We are safety obsessed and community aware. We are committed to the achievement of diversity and employment equity. So, with more top project in the pipeline, your career and future development prospects look bright.

2014 Bursaries is available for the Mining Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, B Com (Financial Management) and Geology Discipline.

Please note the minimum requirements:

• Engineering disciplines, candidate must obtain a minimum rating of 6 (70%-79%) in mathematics and science, 5 (60%-69) English and as per requirement of institutions.
• The candidate must obtain a minimum rating 5 (60%-69%) in Mathematics, Accounting and English to be considered in Finance.
• Successful candidates will be required to sign a service obligation with Xstrata Coal SA

The successful candidate must be in possession of a valid certificate of fitness or be fit enough to obtain one prior to the commencement of Bursary Award, as this is a requirement of the Mine’s Health and safety Act.

The Bursary include:

• Registration and Tuition fees
• Residence and Meals fees
• Prescribe textbook
• Personal allowance
• Payment of any compulsory excursions or seminar which may be required
• Laptop and Printer
• Paid vacation work

Please mention in your cover letter:

• What do you do at present [e.g. Grade 12, 1st or 2nd year]
• What is your preferred field or your current field of study?

Please include the following compulsory documentation in your application:
Certified copy of ID, latest results if currently in grade 12 include Grade 11 results.

Please complete the attached bursary application form as well, and submit with your other documentation.

You can either apply online or send your CV, cover letter and bursary application form to dditshego@xstratacoal.co.za .

CLOSING DATE: 31 JULY 2013

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We award a number of bursaries to law students on an annual basis.

• Applications for 2014 bursaries close on 1 September 2013.

Minimum requirements/criteria for the DLA Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr Law (LLB) Bursary

To be considered for a bursary an applicant must meet the following criteria:

• Be a citizen or a permanent resident of South Africa;
• Be enrolled as a full-time student at a South African university for the LLB degree and
• Complete the prescribed application form and submit all supporting documentation before the deadline.

Each application for a bursary is considered on its own merit taking into account the financial merit of the application as well as the following factors:

• academic performance and
• proven excellence in any other field.

TO APPLY CLICK HERE

Closing date: 1 September 2013

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