The Paper Manufacturers Association of South Africa (PAMSA) is inviting eligible students to apply for its 2026 bursary programme. This prestigious bursary is aimed at students pursuing Master’s degree studies in Chemical Engineering and is open to final-year students and recent graduates from select South African universities.
Bursary Application Closing Date: 06 June 2025
Location: South Africa
Study Level: Master’s in Chemical Engineering
Value: R320,000 over 2 years (covers tuition and research)
Participating Universities
Students must be registered at one of the following institutions to be eligible:
- Stellenbosch University
- University of Johannesburg
- University of the North-West
- University of Pretoria
What Does the PAMSA Bursary Cover?
- Up to R320,000 over two years
- Covers tuition fees and research expenses
- Real-world research opportunities in pulp, paper, and bio-based materials
- Potential employment as an engineer-in-training at a PAMSA member company
Who Should Apply?
To qualify for the PAMSA Bursary, applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:
- Preferably a South African citizen
- Final-year BEng/BSc Chemical Engineering student or graduate
- Must have completed the degree within 5 years or less
- Must plan to register for a Master’s in Chemical Engineering in 2026
- Must be accepted at a participating university
- Must have a minimum average of 60% in the final year of undergraduate studies
How to Apply for the PAMSA Bursary
To submit your application, complete the online form via the official PAMSA application portal:
Note: Late applications will not be accepted. Ensure all details are correct before submitting.