This is to notify you that the online portal for the student’s special assistance scheme popularly known as the bursary award program is ongoing. Students with financial constraints can grab this opportunity so to help and support them throughout their academy stay
This offer is only available for a limited time, so this is to inform all students aspiring for the ongoing bursary fund program, to submit their application online and also read the terms and application conditions via the link below.
ABOUT THE COMPANY – VWSA
Volkswagen Group South Africa (VWSA), formed in 1946, produces components for the entire Volkswagen Group at its Uitenhage plant, as well as producing the popular VW Polo and Cross Polo. VWSA is owned by the subsidiary company Volkswagen Aktiengessellschaft (VWAG) in Germany, who is also South Africa’s biggest German investment.
The company has become the Eastern Cape’s biggest private employer and has thus built enduring relationships communities across South Africa.
VWSA has launched numerous projects with their “Volkswagen for Good” initiative, including: Literacy for Kwa-Nobuhle which helps to ensure that the children of Uitenhage learn to read fluently by the age of 10; the Show of Hands volunteer programme whereby VWSA employees and their families volunteer for various causes; The Children of VW Bursary which allows children of VW employees who have good grades, to attend top schools in the area as well as attend extra Mathematics and Science lessons; Young Entrepreneurs Programme which helps shape the mind of kids aged 7 to 15, by teaching them about entrepreneurship.
Volkswagen Group South Africa (VWSA) Bursary 2024
VWSA has several ongoing CSR projects to serve the community under the ‘Volkswagen for Good’ initiative. One of them is the Volkswagen Group South Africa (VWSA) bursary programme. It is intended to address the skill shortage in the South African automotive sector by encouraging more students to take up automobile engineering and related subjects.
For the academic session 2024-23, here are the fields of study within which the bursaries will be awarded:
- Applied Mathematics / Data Science
- Finance / Accounting
- Industrial Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mechatronics
- Production / Operations Management
- Purchasing / Logistics / Supply Chain
- Software Development / IT
Students must be pursuing undergraduate degrees to be selected.
The bursary programme is also designed to take a lot of financial burden off of the students. While the value will vary from applicant to applicant, it will cover the following expenses:
- Registration fees
- Tuition fees
- Books and stationary
- Accommodation
- Meals
Along with that, bursars will receive a free laptop for study purposes.
Other than financial benefits, bursars will have the opportunity to partake in vacation work. During this work, they will receive mentoring and guidance from experts to further their careers. VWSA will provide exact details on the bursary value and benefits to shortlisted candidates via email. If you do not receive any communication within a few weeks of the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
Eligibility Criteria For The VWSA Bursary
There are certain eligibility criteria for the Volkswagen Group South Africa (VWSA) Bursary programme laid out by the company. Since there are a limited number of bursaries on offer, it cannot award everyone applying. It rejects those that do not fulfill all of the criteria. Therefore, always cross-check before applying.
The eligibility requirements for the VWSA Bursary programme 2024 are:
- A South African citizen or a South African permanent resident
- Have completed Matric
- Pursuing an undergraduate degree at one of the fields of study mentioned above
- Currently entering their first, second, or third year of study
- Studying full-time and not part-time at a recognised and accredited tertiary institution in South Africa
- Secured a Bachelor’s pass with an overall average of at least 70%
- Secured at least 65% minimum overall average at the tertiary level (if currently pursuing an undergraduate qualification)
This is a merit-based bursary programme. Applicants with a stronger academic track record and performance will get priority over others. So fulfilling all of the requirements doesn’t guarantee selection.
How to Apply For The VWSA Bursary?
If you’re interested in the bursary programme, consider applying for it. Go through the application process and submit your candidature. It’s a short procedure and shouldn’t take long. But be diligent and cautious throughout the steps to avoid making errors.
To get started, you need to complete the Volkswagen Group South Africa (VWSA) Bursary online application.
If you’re applying for the first time, you need to Sign up. Otherwise, you can log in with your existing profile. Read through the instructions and complete/update your profile. Make sure to provide the newest contact details and academic information.
Next, you’d have to upload the following documents:
- ID documents
- Matric certificate
- Complete tertiary academic records
- Updated CV
- A motivational letter supporting your application
- Letter from the Department of Labor (for South African permanent residents only)
Make sure to upload certified copies. After a final review, submit your application.
Closing Date Of The VWSA Bursary
The last date of application is 11 March 2024.
Contact Details
For more details regarding the bursary programme, contact Volkswagen Group South Africa at:
