Sappi Bursaries and Scholarships for African Students 2023
Deadline: 30th of September, 2023
Applications from exceptionally brilliant African students enrolled in academic programs at reputable universities are presently being accepted by the Sappi Bursaries and Scholarships for African Students.
Each year, Sappi distributes a number of bursaries in accordance with the needs of the company and our annual skills assessment. Our bursary program is designed to support outstanding and creative young South Africans.
Candidates that satisfy the minimal requirements are invited to a selection interview in this talent-based method. At Sappi, we aim to encourage the most talented young people to work in our rapidly changing sector. Every year, the bursary period runs from April 1 through September 30, and the hiring cycle is in the months of October and November.
Sappi awards a number of bursaries each year based on our annual skills audit and business needs. Our bursary scheme is intended to cater for talented and innovative young South African citizens.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for Sappi Bursaries and Scholarships for African Students, applicants are expected to meet the following conditions:
- South African citizenship
- An average of 70% in Mathematics (not Maths Literacy), 70–80% in Physical Science and 60% in English and
- Qualifying points for entrance at the university or acceptance confirmation
- Current university results will be considered for undergraduate students. Note that preference will be given to learners with an average of 75% and above in Mathematics and Physical Science.
School leavers or university students between 18 – 25 years old who are studying or intending to study full time at any South African accredited university in one of the following fields:
- Bachelor of Engineering/Bachelor of Science – Mechanical Engineering
- Bachelor of Engineering/Bachelor of Science – Electrical Engineering
- Bachelor of Engineering/Bachelor of Science – Chemical Engineering
- Bachelor of Engineering/Bachelor of Science – Industrial Engineering
- Bachelor of Engineering/Bachelor of Science – Civil Engineering
- Bachelor of Engineering/Bachelor of Science – Mechatronics
- Bachelor of Engineering/Bachelor of Science – Forestry and Wood Science
- National Diploma – Pulp and Paper
- National Diploma in Forestry
Application:
Interested applicants for the Sappi Bursaries and Scholarships are to complete an online application. All applications must be completed online, please click the link to apply.
