ABOUT THE BURSARY PROVIDER – SANRAL
The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) is a South African state-owned enterprise responsible for maintaining, managing, and developing the national road network in the country. Founded in 1998, SANRAL is owned by the South African government and represents the Minister of Transport. The agency’s vision is to be a global leader in providing a superior national road network, guided by the core values of Integrity, Participativeness, Excellence, Care, and Pro-activeness.
ABOUT THE SANRAL BURSARY PROGRAMME – FIELDS COVERED
SANRAL is offering external bursaries for the 2024 academic year. The bursaries are available for undergraduate and postgraduate studies in the following fields:
- Civil Engineering
- Human Resources
- Supply Chain Management
These bursaries aim to support students pursuing studies in these fields and contribute to the development of expertise within the road infrastructure sector.
ABOUT THE SANRAL BURSARY PROGRAMME – EXPENSES COVERED & SELECTION
SANRAL provides both full and partial bursaries depending on the student’s financial need. The bursaries cover various expenses, including registration fees, tuition fees, study materials and equipment, accommodation, meals, and access to the wellness program. The amount of financial assistance provided is determined through a means test, which considers the student’s financial situation. The means test may require a family contribution based on its outcome.
Selection of bursary recipients is based on academic performance and financial need, as determined by SANRAL’s Bursary Policy. Other applicable conditions may also be considered in the selection process. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews, and successful candidates will receive award letters. Applicants who do not receive any feedback by 31 December 2023 should consider their application unsuccessful.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE SANRAL BURSARY
To be eligible for the SANRAL bursary, applicants must meet the following minimum criteria:
- South African citizenship
- Maximum age of 35 years
- Completed or currently in Matric
- Studying or accepted to study full-time towards an undergraduate or postgraduate qualification in the specified fields of study
- Studying or accepted at a recognized and accredited public tertiary institution in South Africa
- Meet the academic requirements for the selected qualification (minimum overall average of 70% for Matric students and 60% for university students)
- Proven financial need
- Not receiving any other bursary funding
- Students with disabilities are welcome to apply
HOW TO APPLY FOR THE SANRAL BURSARY
Applications must be submitted online through the SANRAL Bursary Application for 2024. Applicants should indicate that they heard about the bursary through “https://uni24.co.za/.”
Supporting documentation must be submitted along with the application, including certified copies of the ID document or birth certificate, academic records, proof of tertiary registration for 2024, a motivational letter, parents or guardians’ ID documents, proof of income, and proof of residence.
CLOSING DATE FOR THE SANRAL BURSARY
The closing date for applications is 30 September 2023. It is important to submit the application before the closing date to ensure consideration.
CONTACT THE BURSARY PROVIDER
For any inquiries regarding the bursary programme, applicants can visit the SANRAL contact page at https://www.nra.co.za/contact-information.
