Vodacom Academic Merit Bursary Programme
About The Bursary
This Academic Merit Bursary is designed for full-time first-year, second-year, or third-year students pursuing studies in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields who may lack the necessary resources to continue their education.
Key Offerings
- Full university accommodation
- Capped amount for private accommodation
- Full registration and tuition fees
- Textbook allocation
- Meal allowance
Additional Benefits
- Laptop
- Cellphone
- Orientation workshop for all new students accepted into the programme
- Workplace exposure through a structured Vacation Work programme
- Work Readiness skills training to prepare final-year bursars for the world of work
- Full access to our Wellness Programme (ICAS) services
Programme Requirements
- Must be a South African citizen by birth.
- Must undertake full-time undergraduate studies at a South African tertiary institution.
- Must have passed Grade 12 with exemption, obtaining 70% or higher across all subjects.
- Must have obtained a minimum of 65% average or higher if in the first year of tertiary studies and above.
- May apply if already in first year (or above) at an accredited South African tertiary institution and meet all criteria mentioned above.
Applying for the Bursary Programme
Step 1: Ensure that you meet all the above criteria before applying.
Step 2: Register and apply. You will receive a confirmation email once your application is received. Our Bursary Management team will carefully assess your application and provide feedback throughout the process.
Applications for the 2025 intake will close on 20 September 2024.
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