Paper Manufacturers Association of South Africa (PAMSA) Bursary

Paper Manufacturers Association of South Africa (PAMSA) Bursary 2025 – 2026 ABOUT THE BURSARY PROVIDER – PAMSA The Paper Manufacturers Association of South Africa (PAMSA), founded in 1992, are known for promoting paper as a renewable and recyclable material for packaging, communication and various other applications. PAMSA represent more than 90% of South Africa’s paper, packaging and tissue manufacturers, in fact they are called the ‘voice of the pulp and paper industry’. ABOUT THE PAMSA BURSARY PROGRAMME – FIELDS COVERED The Paper Manufacturers Association of South Africa (PAMSA) is inviting students to apply for their Bursary and Research Programme, for the 2025 – 2026 academic years . Bursaries will be awarded for Master’s degree studies in Chemical Engineering, at the following participating universities: Stellenbosch University University of Johannesburg University of the North-West University of Pretoria www.zabursaries.co.za is committed to keeping you up to date with the latest bursary opportunities, and this article covers all details about the PAMSA Bursary. ** RELATED BURSARIES ** View our other Engineering Bursaries and Scholarships here . View our other Postgraduate Bursaries and Scholarships here . View our other Bursaries and Scholarships OPEN for application here . MORE ABOUT THE PAMSA BURSARY PROGRAMME – COVERAGE VALUE, SERVICE CONTRACT & SELECTION The bursary will provide funding for 2 years, to the value of R320 000, for tuition fees and research. Bursary recipients will also gain hands-on research, by tackling real-world challenges in pulp, paper, and bio-based materials. They will also join an industry rooted in renewable resources and circular thinking. Bursary recipients may also be offered employment as an engineer-in-training at participating PAMSA member companies . Shortlisted applicants will be contacted and invited to attend an interview. Applicants who do not received any feedback, should consider their application as unsuccessful. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE PAMSA BURSARY Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying (please note that failure to satisfy all the requirements will lead to your application not being considered): You must preferably be a South African citizen You must be in your final year of BEng/ BSc Chemical Engineering studies OR a graduate You must have completed your studies in 5 or less years OR be on track to complete your studies in 5 years or less You must intend on studying towards a Masters in Chemical Engineering, in 2026 You must be studying at one of these participating universities in South Africa: Stellenbosch University University of Johannesburg/ University of the North-West/ University of Pretoria You must have a strong academic record, with a minimum overall average of 60% in your final year HOW TO APPLY FOR THE PAMSA BURSARY Applications must be submitted online at: PAMSA Bursary Application 2025-2026 Enter “www.zabursaries.co.za” in the field asking how you heard about the PAMSA bursary. Submit clear copies of the following documentation with your online application (the submission of these documents is compulsory – if any items are missing, your application may be disqualified): Curriculum Vitae Full academic record/ transcripts for all years of university study (on institutions letterhead) Motivational letter stating why you should be awarded the bursary and your areas of interest (1 page) ( read our tips on how to write a bursary motivational letter here ) Letter of reference from lecturer (with their contact details) ( read our tips on how to get a reference letter/ testimonial for your bursary application ) CLOSING DATE FOR THE PAMSA BURSARY 6 June 2025 (late applications will be accepted until 27 June 2025, but preference will be given to students who apply by the official closing date). (Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted – please apply before the closing date to ensure your application is considered.) CONTACT THE BURSARY PROVIDER For any queries related to this bursary programme, please contact PAMSA directly: Contact person: Julie Borland Email: borlandj@mweb.co.za Tel: 011 803 5063 Please do NOT contact PAMSA if this bursary has already closed. View our other bursaries open for application here: https://www.zabursaries.co.za/bursary-news/ This bursary listing was last updated in April 2025. SA Bursaries wishes you the best of luck with your application! Please remember to SHARE this page with anyone you know who may be in need of bursary funding.

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