Thermo Fisher Scientific Phambili Trust Bursary

Who can apply

• Be a South African citizen or permanent resident
• Not be older than 35 years of age
• Be Black, as per B-BBEE Codes of Good Practice
• Have completed Matric
• Be studying or intend on studying towards a STEM-related degree qualification, at Undergraduate or Postgraduate level (Masters, Honours, PhD)
• Be studying at a recognised and accredited tertiary institution in South Africa
• Be from an economically disadvantaged background
• Be in financial need

What the bursary covers

• Tuition fees
• Living expenses
• Additional expenses incurred during the studies

Documents you will need

• ID document (certified copy)
• Matric certificate, if entering 1st year
• Full academic record, including latest results, if currently studying
• Proof of acceptance into a tertiary institution (on university letterhead)
• University tuition fee statement (where applicable)
• Invoice/ quotation for your accommodation (where applicable)
• Motivational letter stating why you deserve the award (read our tips on how to write a motivational letter for your bursary application)
• Parents or guardians ID documents (certified copy)
• Parents, guardians or students proof of income (payslips or letter of employment if employed, 3 months bank statement if self-employed, affidavit if unemployed, certified copy of SASSA letter if receiving a social grant)

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
   Email [email protected]Email [email protected]

   OR

   Note: online application is the preferred method. Hard copy applications should only be submitted by first-year undergraduate students who do not have internet access.

4. Submit before the closing date

   Usually closes around February. Late applications are almost never accepted.

Applications for the current cycle have closed. This bursary usually opens again each year, so prepare your documents now and check back.

Genuine bursaries never charge an application fee. How to spot bursary scams

Contact the bursary provider

• Email [email protected]

Contact the provider only with questions about this bursary. StudentBursaries.co.za does not process applications.

About Thermo Fisher Scientific Phambili

Thermo Fisher Scientific is a global supplier of scientific instruments, lab equipment and services.