Bigen Bursary 2024: Financial Assistance for Engineering Students in South African Universities
About Bigen
The Bigen Group, a black-owned African infrastructure development conglomerate, operates from its headquarters in South Africa and Mauritius, while maintaining a network of regional offices throughout Africa. Within its organizational structure, the group encompasses several holding companies, each of which houses a multitude of service-oriented subsidiaries operating across various African countries. These key entities include Bigen Africa Group Holdings (the South African holding company) and Bigen Global Limited (the Mauritius holding company), with Bigen Africa Services (Pty) Ltd serving as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Bigen Africa Group Holdings, responsible for service delivery in South Africa.
The Bigen Group proudly holds a certification as a Large Enterprise B-BBEE Level 1 Contributor, reaffirming its unwavering commitment to fostering transformation, promoting diversity, advancing black ownership, and facilitating investments in enterprise growth, leadership development, and human capital enhancement. As a champion of socio-economic development through innovative and solution-oriented infrastructure initiatives, Bigen offers a comprehensive range of socio-economic, financial, technical, environmental, and institutional services across diverse sectors, making a significant impact on the region’s socio-economic landscape.
About the Bigen Bursary 2024
Bigen is offering a bursary programme for individuals who require financial assistance to pursue their Engineering degree in a South African university. The Bigen Bursary provides a predetermined sum of financial support, designed to cover various essential expenses such as tuition fees, registration fees, book costs, and other necessary educational expenditures. In addition to financial assistance, you can expect ongoing communication to keep you informed about important matters. Furthermore, as a recipient of the Bigen Bursary, you will have the opportunity to attend specific Bigen events through invitations extended to you. This involvement allows you to be part of the Bigen community and gain exposure to valuable networking opportunities.
Additionally, you will gain access to the Bigen Young Professionals Forum, an exclusive platform where you can engage with fellow young professionals, share experiences, and enhance your professional development. Moreover, the bursary includes the possibility of paid vacation work, which not only offers financial support but also provides you with practical experience and exposure to real-world projects within the industry.
Eligibility Criteria
To begin with, it’s essential to acquaint yourself with the eligibility requirements for the Bigen Bursary. These criteria will determine your suitability as a candidate. If you wish to verify your qualifications, please consult the provided list of qualifying prerequisites. Ideally, to improve your likelihood of success, you should aim to fulfill all the requirements listed below.
The Bigen Bursary Eligibility Criteria are as follows:
- Obtain university acceptance
- Achieve a minimum 70% average in your first year if you’re a student
- Maintain a minimum 65% average if you’re in your second or third year
- Ensure South African citizenship
- Avoid holding any other bursaries or sponsorships, including NSFAS
- Demonstrate leadership acumen.
Application Instructions
Apply online: Bigen Bursary 2024.
We recommend using Google Chrome to access the mentioned website.
Please complete the application form by entering your most relevant information in the designated fields. Ensure that all personal details you provide are accurate and reflect your current circumstances.
Additionally, you will need to send in the following items:
- Provide a PDF format copy of your CV.
- Submit a certified copy of your South African ID or Smart ID card.
- Include your academic records as evidence of meeting the minimum academic criteria, which are:
- If you’re in your first year, demonstrate a minimum average of 70%.
- For students in their second to third year, exhibit a minimum average of 65%.
The entire selection committee, which includes you, will review the information you submit. Therefore, it’s essential to double-check for any inaccuracies or fictitious data. Applicants found to be providing false information may face adverse consequences.
Applications will undergo further scrutiny and verification to confirm their legitimacy. Applicants discovered to have misrepresented any information in their application will not be permitted to register during the registration period.
Candidates are required to use the provided portal for submitting their applications. Submissions via other methods, such as hand delivery or fax, will not be accepted by the selection committee.
Closing Date
Applications for the Bigen Bursarymust be submitted before the closing date on 11 September 2023.
The selection committee has a strict policy of not accepting late applications, and any submissions received after the application deadline will not be considered during the registration period.
We recommend that candidates submit their applications promptly. Doing so will allow you ample time to thoroughly review the contents of your application. Please prepare your applications as soon as possible.
It’s important to note that Bigen retains the discretion to decide whether or not to appoint candidates throughout the recruitment process. All decisions made by the selection committee are conclusive and final.
Committee Details
Do you have a question regarding the Bigen Bursary? Don’t hesitate to ask! Feel free to send in your enquiries and concerns to the contact person below:
Telephone Number: +27 12 842 8876
Email Address: [email protected]
