Bester Bursary & Graduate Development Programme

Fields of study

Funding will be awarded for Degree studies within these fields

• Agriculture
• Business
• Finance
• Logistics/ Supply Chain
• Marketing

Who can apply

• Be a South African citizen
• Studying towards a Degree qualification, in one of the fields listed above
• Be entering your 2nd or higher year of study
• Studying at a recognised and accredited tertiary institution in South Africa
• Have achieved a minimum overall average of 65%
• Interested in taking up employment at the company
• Be an energetic go-getter
• Have excellent communication skills
• Be able to understand Afrikaans
• Have strong analytical skills
• Work well within a team
• Preference will be given to EE candidates

What the bursary covers

Documents you will need

• ID document (certified copy)
• Full academic record/ transcripts (on institution letterhead)
• Motivational letter to support your application and explain why you should be awarded the bursary (read our tips on writing a motivational letter here)

Full bursary documents checklist

How to apply

1. Check the requirements

   Make sure you meet every requirement listed above. Applications that miss one are usually rejected automatically.

2. Prepare your documents

   Scan clear copies of everything the provider asks for, certified where required.

3. Apply through the official channel
   Bester Graduate Development Programme Application Form

   Step 1: Complete the Bester Graduate Development Programme Application Form

4. Submit before the closing date

   Closing date not yet announced. Applications are currently CLOSED. Please check back soon to see if the bursary has reopened. Late applications are almost never accepted.

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About Bester Bursary & Graduate Development

Bester Feed & Grain is an agricultural trading company that markets grain, oilseeds and animal feed ingredients locally and internationally.