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Schneider Electric Undergraduate Bursary Opportunity (South Africa) 2025
Job Description
Schneider Electric, a leading company in energy management and digital automation, is offering a bursary programme for South African students for the 2025 academic year.
This bursary aims to support students pursuing undergraduate or, in exceptional cases, postgraduate degrees in several STEM fields.
Fields Covered
Undergraduate bursaries are available in the following disciplines:
- Computer Science (BCom)
- Electrical Engineering (BEng/BEngTech/BScEng)
- Industrial Engineering (BEng/BEngTech/BScEng)
- Informatics (BCom)
- Information Systems (BCom)
- Mechatronics (BEng/BEngTech/BScEng)
- Software Engineering (BEng/BEngTech/BScEng)
Bursary Benefits
The bursary will cover:
- Full tuition fees
- Accommodation
- Books
- Living allowance
Additionally, recipients will have access to:
- Mentorship programs
- Career development workshops and training
- Vacation work opportunities for practical experience
- Networking events with industry professionals
Eligibility Requirements
To apply for the Schneider Electric Bursary, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be a South African citizen
- Be enrolled in one of the specified fields of study at an accredited South African university
- Be entering the 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year of study, or a postgraduate program in exceptional circumstances
- Achieve a minimum overall average of 70% in 1st and 2nd years, or 65% in the 3rd year
- Have a proven financial need
Application Process
To apply, follow these steps:
- Complete the online application at the Schneider Electric Bursary Application 2025 page (Reference number: 0097X2).
- Submit the following supporting documents:
- Certified copy of ID document
- Full academic record/transcripts on institution’s letterhead
- Proof of acceptance/provisional acceptance at university on institution’s letterhead
- Curriculum Vitae
- Proof of financial need (proof of household income)
Closing Date
- Deadline for Applications: 21 January 2025
- Late applications will not be accepted.
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Contact Information
For more inquiries, please contact Schneider Electric directly via their Contact Page.
For students interested in pursuing studies in energy and automation, this bursary is a significant opportunity to receive financial support and gain relevant professional experience. Ensure all eligibility requirements are met, and submit your application and documents before the deadline for consideration.
