Attention all final year students! If you are seeking financial assistance to further your postgraduate studies, The Paper Manufacturers Association of South Africa (PAMSA) has an exciting opportunity for you. PAMSA is currently accepting applications for their highly sought-after bursary programme for the 2025 academic year. This bursary programme is designed to support eligible students who are passionate about pursuing a career in the paper and pulp industry. If you are interested in applying, be sure to check out the eligibility requirements and application process below. Don’t miss out on this chance to take your academic and professional ambitions to the next level!
About the PAMSA Bursary
The PAMSA Masters Bursary programme spans two years and is designed to assist exceptionally bright students in completing their Master’s degrees. This initiative aims to foster the growth of highly skilled chemical engineers within the paper sector, thus contributing to the advancement of South Africa’s economy. Successful bursary recipients will engage in research projects pertinent to the paper and pulp industry, including wood fiber beneficiation, recycled fiber utilization, process waste management, and resource optimization.
Field of Study
This bursary programme is open to students pursuing postgraduate qualifications in the field of:
- Chemical Engineering (Masters)
Requirements for the PAMSA Bursary
To be eligible for the PAMSA Bursary, applicants must fulfill the following criteria:
- Must be a South African citizen or naturalized South African citizen
- Must be a final-year BEng/BSc Chemical Engineering student at a recognized South African university OR a BEng/BSc Chemical Engineering graduate
- Must possess a strong academic record with a minimum average of 60% in the final year of study
- Must intend to pursue a Masters in Chemical Engineering in 2025
- Must have completed studies within five years or less
Required Documents
Curriculum Vitae One-page motivation letter outlining reasons for consideration (including areas of interest such as energy efficiency, renewable energy, and biopolymers, etc.) Complete academic transcripts Reference letter from a lecturer
How to Apply for the PAMSA Bursary 2025
Applications for the PAMSA Bursary and Research programme must be submitted online.
Follow these steps to apply for the PAMSA Bursary for 2025:
- Visit the PAMSA website
- Fill in the online application form
- Answer questions as accurately as possible
- Upload all the required documents
Closing Date
The deadline for the PAMSA Bursary is June 7th, 2024. Late applications will be accepted until June 28th, 2024; however, priority will be given to those submitted before the closing date.
Take the next step in your career and seize this incredible opportunity with PAMSA. If you know someone who might be interested, feel free to share this post with them. Best of luck with your application!
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