Unlock Your Postgraduate Potential with the FirstRand Foundation Honours Bursary
Calling all ambitious minds ready to take their education to the next level! UniApplyForMe is excited to introduce the FirstRand Foundation Honours Bursary, a remarkable opportunity that opens the door to a world of possibilities. If you're a final-year undergraduate student, a recent graduate, or a trailblazer seeking postgraduate excellence, this bursary is your pathway to success.
About the Bursary
Tomorrow Trust, in collaboration with the FirstRand Foundation Trust (comprising FNB, RMB, and WesBank), administers these prestigious postgraduate bursaries in specific disciplines. Established in 1998, the FirstRand Foundation is the conduit through which FirstRand Limited and its major franchises channel their corporate social investment. The bursary package not only covers tuition, textbooks, accommodation, food, and transport but also offers a stipend or living allowance.
As a FirstRand Foundation Honours Bursary recipient, you will benefit from:
- On-going psycho-social and academic support from in-house psychologists
- Monthly workshops for essential personal and professional growth skills
- Networking opportunities and work readiness experiences
- Volunteering prospects with Grades R to 12 students at Tomorrow Trust
- Becoming part of a diverse community with boundless learning, growth, and exploration opportunities
- Lifetime alumni membership upon graduation
Who Can Apply:
The FirstRand Foundation Honours Bursary welcomes applications from:
- Current Final-year Undergrad Students (studying in 2023)
- Graduates who completed their undergrad between January 2021 and December 2023 (Not studying in 2023)
- Those aged between 18 and 35, who are South African citizens
- Students with a minimum of 60% for Mathematics in Matric
- Applicants with an average of 60% or above for their undergraduate degree
- Individuals pursuing their 3rd year of a 4-year honours-level degree in 2022
- Full-time students in 2023
- Those who meet the financial qualification criteria (combined gross family income of up to R600,000 per annum)
- Preference will be given to students defined by the BBBEE Act
How to Apply
Your journey towards a postgraduate breakthrough begins with a carefully completed application form. Ensure all required documents are attached and follow the instructions closely. Note that incomplete applications or misrepresentations will be disregarded. The closing date for applications is Tuesday, October 31, 2023, at 12 pm midday.
Remember, it is your responsibility to apply for entrance to your intended course and university while meeting the stipulated entrance requirements.
Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to further your education and unlock your potential. Apply for the FirstRand Foundation Honours Bursary today and pave the way for a brighter tomorrow. For any assistance with the online application, reach out to support@auraams.app.
To access the guardian consent form for applicants under the age of 18, click the “Consent Form” button below.