Golden Arrow Bus Services (GABS) Bursary 2024-2025
About Golden Arrow Bus Services (GABS):
Golden Arrow Bus Services (Pty) Ltd, established in 1861, is a prominent public transport bus service operator serving Cape Town. It operates more than 1000 buses on over 1300 routes throughout the Metropolitan Cape Peninsula and Cape Flats. Owned by Hosken Consolidated Investments Limited, GABS is committed to providing quality, affordable, and reliable public transportation. They follow the “Golden Arrow Way,” a set of six guiding principles that focus on service quality, affordability, reliability, passenger-centered service, community orientation, and talent development.
About the GABS Bursary Program:
Golden Arrow Bus Services (GABS) is offering bursary opportunities to students from the Western Cape province for the 2024-2025 academic year. These bursaries are available for undergraduate studies in the following fields:
- BSc (Bachelor of Science) qualifications
- Information Technology
- LLB (Bachelor of Laws)
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mechatronics Engineering
- Transport Economics
Additional Information about the GABS Bursary:
- The bursary covers tuition fees, accommodation, and a textbook allowance.
- Bursary recipients are required to work for Golden Arrow Bus Services upon graduation, with a commitment of one year of work for each year of funding received.
- Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews, and if you do not receive feedback, consider your application unsuccessful.
Eligibility Requirements for the Golden Arrow Bursary:
To qualify for the Golden Arrow Bursary, applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:
- Studying or intending to study full-time toward an undergraduate qualification in one of the specified fields.
- Planning to study at a recognized and accredited tertiary institution in the Western Cape.
How to Apply for the Golden Arrow Bus Services Bursary:
To apply for the GABS Bursary, follow these steps:
- Download and complete the Golden Arrow Bursary Application Form for 2024-2025 (available in PDF format).
- Prepare clear copies of the required supporting documents.
- Submit your completed application form and all supporting documents via email to kyleabrahams@gabs.co.za. Include “Golden Arrow Bursary Application 2024-2025” in the email subject line.
Closing Date for the GABS Bursary:
The closing date for applications is 31 March. It is essential to submit your application before this date to ensure it is considered.
Contact Information for GABS Bursary:
If you have any questions or need further information about this bursary program, please contact Golden Arrow Bus Services directly via email at kyleabrahams@gabs.co.za.
