In an effort to create a conduit for critical and future fit skills in the financial services sector with the focus in the Short Term Insurance Industry, Santam Limited, South Africa’s largest general insurer, established the Santam Bursary Programme as part of its Skills Development Academy.
The Santam Bursary Programme intend to produce a steady stream of skilled, capable and high calibre graduate learners with core technical skills, and behavioural and leadership competencies. This in return makes bursary opportunities available to young talented individuals studying in areas such as actuarial science, agriculture, underwriting, hydraulics and insurance assessment. The initiative was established to ensure Santam builds a talent stream and South Africa has the required skills to grow our economy.
About StudyTrust
StudyTrust is an educational public benefit organisation that connects learners with potential and determination to study opportunities. We administer bursaries and scholarships and provide mentoring and support to help tertiary students thrive academically and personally. Our programmes complement students’ technical and academic skills, preparing them for meaningful employment and to become active contributors to the economy.... read more
Santam Bursary Programme
| Application Deadline | 30 Sep 2022 |
| Country to study | South Africa |
| Type | Postgraduate |
| Sponsor | StudyTrust |
| Gender | Men and Women |
Aim and Benefits of Santam Bursary Programme
The bursary will cover costs (capped) for the following:
- Tuition
- Accommodation
- Books
- Allowance
- Laptops (if necessary)
Requirements for Santam Bursary Programme Qualification
Students pursuing a Postgraduate Diploma, Bachelor’s degree, Honours degree in:
- Accounting, Economics, Finance, Mathematics or Statistics
- Actuarial, Computer or Data Sciences
- Agriculture, Hydraulics or Information Technology
- Chemical, Civil or Geomatics Engineering
- Insurance, Law or Risk Management
The main criteria used in the selection of successful applicants are academic potential and motivation for a career with Santam.
Applicants must have achieved an average of 65% and above for their undergraduate degree and in the latest examinations (mid-year/June).
Documents Required for Application
You will need the following documentation in order to submit your application
- ID copy / Refugee permit
- Consent form signed - Download it here
- Mother proof of income / death certificate
- Father proof of income / death certificate
- Guardian proof of income (if applicable)
- Profile picture
- Proof of acceptance / registration
- Proof of address
- National Senior certificate
- Full accademic record (if applicable)
Application Deadline
September 30, 2022How to Apply
Interested and qualified? Go to StudyTrust on studytrust.devman.co.za to applyApplications must be completed online before 30 September 2022 to be considered for a bursary for 2023.
Only applications from South African citizens will be considered.
For more details, visit StudyTrust website.
