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2025 Santam Bursary Programme
Overview/Details
The Santam Bursary Programme, established by Santam Limited, South Africa’s largest general insurer, aims to develop a steady stream of skilled graduates for the short-term insurance industry. This initiative is part of Santam’s Skills Development Academy and focuses on producing high-calibre learners with core technical skills and behavioural and leadership competencies.
The bursary is designed for students pursuing studies in actuarial science, agriculture, underwriting, hydraulics, and insurance assessment. It covers various costs, including:
- Registration/Tuition fees
- Accommodation (including deposits and admin fees)
- Learning materials (books and e-manuals)
- Laptops
- Monthly allowances
- Travel/Transport allowances
The selection process emphasizes academic potential and motivation for a career with Santam, aiming to attract talented individuals dedicated to contributing to the financial services sector.
Additionally, the programme is committed to closing the skills gap in agriculture and crop insurance by providing students with practical exposure through vacation work, mentorship, and opportunities for career advancement within the company.
Requirements
- Eligibility:
- Must be a South African citizen.
- Academic Criteria:
- Applicants must have achieved an average of 65% and above in their undergraduate degree and the latest examinations (mid-year/June).
- Study Programmes:
- Students pursuing a Postgraduate Diploma, Bachelor’s degree, or Honours degree in the following fields:
- Actuarial Science
- Data Analytics
- Data Sciences
- Statistics
- Agriculture
- Civil Engineering
- Geomatics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Construction
- Insurance
- Technical Accounting
- Economics
- Finance
- Mathematics
- Risk Management
- Students pursuing a Postgraduate Diploma, Bachelor’s degree, or Honours degree in the following fields:
- Specific Criteria for Agricultural Applicants:
- Additional criteria may apply to students in agricultural studies.
- Skills and Competencies:
- Microsoft Excel skills
- Good communication (verbal and written)
- Negotiation skills
- Good interpersonal skills
- Flexibility and ability to work collaboratively
- Self-starter with a customer-focused approach
- Preference:
- Preference will be given to Employment Equity candidates.
Location
South Africa
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