Applications for the Bigen Bursary Programme for the 2025 educational year are now open.
Closing Date: 30 August 2024
Bigen grows young engineering talent through our bursary program.
Bursary Overview
Bigen offers bursaries to students studying towards engineering degrees related to our services at any of the recognised South African universities offering these qualifications.
Our bursary funding is a fixed amount, sufficient to cover tuition, registration fees, book fees and other necessary expenses.
Bursary Benefits
The benefits of becoming a Bigen Bursary Student:
- Receiving regular communication.
- Invitations to attend selected Bigen functions.
- Inclusion in the Bigen Young Professionals Forum.
- Paid vacation work.
Eligibility Criteria
- Student must have acceptance to the university.
- Students in 1st year a minimum 70% average.
- Students in 2nd – 3rd year a minimum 65% average.
- South African Citizen
- Must not be a holder of any other bursary and/or sponsorship including NSFAS
- Leadership Acumen
How to Apply
Documents Required
You will have to attach the following documents to your online application:
- A copy of your CV in PDF format
- A certified copy of your South African ID or Smart ID card
- A copy of your academic records as proof that you have obtained the minimum academic requirements of:
– 1st year Students a minimum 70 % average.
– Students in 2nd – 3rd year a minimum 65% average.
When completing the bursary application take note of the following:
- Incomplete application forms will cause the applicant to be disqualified
- Invalid or incorrect contact details will also result in disqualification.
After the closing date for applications Bigen will conduct an evaluation process whereafter successful shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview.
Enquiries
For additional info, please send your query to our expert:
Yolande Estrela: Telephone:Â +27 (0)12 842 8876; Email:Â yolande.estrela@bigengroup.com
Application Form
Please fill out the form below and we will get back to you shortly. Please note that the closing date for the 2025 Bursary application is 30 August 2024.