How to Apply for the Sappi Bursary 2025

Are you an aspiring engineer or scientist looking to further your education with the support of a reputable company? The Sappi Bursary Programme for 2025 offers a fantastic opportunity for students passionate about engineering and wood science to achieve their academic and career goals. Here’s everything you need to know about applying for the Sappi Bursary.

About Sappi

Sappi Limited, initially known as South African Pulp and Paper Industries Limited, was established in 1936 as a local paper producer. Today, Sappi is a globally diversified pulp, paper, and woodfibre company that produces and sells paper products, dissolving wood pulp, timber products, forest products, and chemical cellulose. Headquartered in Johannesburg, South Africa, Sappi operates in over 20 countries, employing more than 12,000 staff members worldwide.

Fields Covered by the Sappi Bursary Programme

Sappi is inviting students to apply for their bursary programme for the 2025 academic year. Bursaries will be awarded for undergraduate studies in the following fields:

  • Chemical Engineering (BEng or BSc)
  • Civil Engineering (BEng or BSc)
  • Electrical Engineering (BEng or BSc)
  • Forestry and Wood Science (BSc)
  • Industrial Engineering (BEng or BSc)
  • Mechanical Engineering (BEng or BSc)
  • Mechatronics Engineering (BEng or BSc)

Expenses Covered and Additional Opportunities

The Sappi Bursary may cover the following expenses:

  • Tuition fees
  • Prescribed textbooks
  • Accommodation
  • Living allowance

The total bursary value will depend on the student’s household income. Bursary recipients will also have the opportunity to participate in vacation work during the July and December holidays each year. Successful completion of vacation work may lead to entry into the Sappi Engineer-in-Training programme.

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for the Sappi Bursary, applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Must be a South African citizen
  • Aged between 17 and 25 years old
  • Currently in Matric or have completed Matric
  • Studying or intending to study full-time towards one of the listed qualifications in 2025
  • Studying or intending to study at a recognized and accredited university in South Africa
  • Achieved a minimum of 70% in Mathematics (not Mathematical Literacy), 70% in Physical Science, and 60% in English in Matric or Grade 11 if currently in Matric
  • Preference will be given to students residing near Sappiā€™s main business operations

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online through the Sappi Bursary Application portal. Follow these steps to apply:

  1. Visit the Application Portal: Go to the Sappi Bursary Application 2025.
  2. Complete the Application Form: Fill in all required details accurately.

Required Documents

Ensure you submit clear, certified copies of the following supporting documents along with your online application:

  • ID document
  • Matric latest results and Grade 11 final results (if currently in Matric)
  • Matric certificate (if completed Matric)
  • Full tertiary academic record (if currently at tertiary level)
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Important Dates

  • Closing Date: 31 August 2024. Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted, so apply before the closing date to ensure your application is considered.

Contact Information

For any queries related to the Sappi Bursary Programme, please contact Sappi directly:

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