The FirstRand Laurie Dippenaar scholarship, up to the value of R1.5 million for a Masters degree and up to R2 million for a PhD, is available to South African citizens for postgraduate study outside South Africa, in any discipline, at an international university of their choice.
About FirstRand
FirstRand Limited, through its portfolio of integrated financial services businesses, operates in South Africa, certain markets in sub-Saharan Africa, the UK, and India. The group’s track record of delivering superior returns to shareholders has been achieved through a combination of organic growth, acquisitions, innovation and the creation of completely new businesses. Listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) and the Namibian Stock Exchange (NSX), FirstRand Limited is the largest financial institution by market capitalisation in Africa. FirstRand can provide its cus... read more
FirstRand Laurie Dippenaar Scholarship
| Application Deadline | 07 Mar 2024 |
| Type | Postgraduate |
| Sponsor | FirstRand |
| Gender | Men and Women |
Requirements for FirstRand Laurie Dippenaar Scholarship Qualification
- Preference will be given to candidates under the age of 35.
- Candidates who are currently, or have been, studying overseas for degree purposes will not be considered for this scholarship.
- Successful candidates are required to return to South Africa for at least five years after completing their studies.
- What makes this scholarship different from most is not only the personal interest which Laurie Dippenaar takes in the selection process, but also his interest in the ongoing progress of the recipients.
- The year 2024 will be the 18th that this prestigious scholarship will be awarded.
Interview date, Process and Venue for FirstRand Laurie Dippenaar Scholarship
Selection Criteria
The successful candidates will have excelled academically in their chosen fields and will have been able to demonstrate:
- Leadership qualities
- Strength of character
- Community involvement and
- Potential to be a destiny changer in his or her chosen field.
Application Deadline
March 7, 2024How to Apply
For more details, visit FirstRand website.
