Bursary Opportunity for Engineering Students-2025 Academic Year
Bursary Description
LESEDI BURSARY PROGRAMME
Lesedi offers up to 5 bursaries for the 2025 academic year, targeting mechanical and electrical engineering students.
BURSARY DETAILS AND COVERAGE
Field of study: Engineering-preference will be given to Mechanical and Electrical Engineering.
Institution: Universities and Universities of Technology
Scope of Bursary: 2025 academic year, with potential continuation.
Coverage:
- Tuition fees (full or partial based on assessment)
- Accommodation costs
- Prescribed textbooks
- Monthly stipend
- All payments made directly to the institution
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
- South African citizenship required
- Currently enrolled or accepted at a recognized University or University of Technology
- Strong academic record in engineering studies
- Age limit: Up to 35 years
BURSARY TERMS:
Awarded for 2025 academic year only, however, potential continuation of bursaries beyond 2025 academic year maybe be subject to:
- Academic performance of bursars.
- Company policies/affordability.
IMPORTANT DATE:
- Application deadline: 20th February 2025
- Interview Notification: End of February 2025
COMPETENCIES
Knowledge:
- Strong foundation in mathematics and physical sciences
- Understanding of engineering principles
- Computer literacy
- Good language proficiency in English
Skills:
- Analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Technical aptitude
- Research capabilities
- Time management
- Academic writing
Behaviours/Personal Attributes:
- Self-motivated
- Strong work ethic
- Ability to work under pressure
- Commitment to academic excellence
- Professional conduct
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Preference given to:
- Mechanical and Electrical Engineering students
- Children of Lesedi employees and employee referrals
- Previously disadvantaged groups
- Women in engineering
- People living with disabilities
- Non-obligation bursary agreement required
- Continuation subject to academic performance and company policies
Should you not hear from us within 21 days of the closing of the advert, kindly regard your application to have been unsuccessful.