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PAMSA Masters in Chemical Engineering Bursary Program 2025

PAMSA Bursary Program 2025 for Masters in Chemical Engineering

If you have completed your Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering and now you want to study further in the same field, i.e. a “Master’s” degree. But the cost of studying is very high. Here an organization called “PAMSA” (which represents paper manufacturing companies in South Africa) comes to your aid. It gives these students a special “Bursary”, which means that they will bear the cost of your studies so that you can do a Master’s degree.

It is not just the cost of your studies, but you will also get the opportunity to do research that is related to improving the paper industry and the environment. If you are a chemical engineer, want to do a Masters, and you plan to study in South Africa, PAMSA will pay for your studies, give you the opportunity to do research, and may even open up a job path after your studies.

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Who can apply (Eligibility)?

  • Education: You have completed a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering (BEng or BSc Chemical Engineering) or are in the final year of your Bachelor’s degree.
  • Marks: You have achieved at least 60% marks in your final year of studies.
  • Duration of study: You have completed your Bachelor’s degree in 5 years or less.
  • Interest: You are interested in pursuing a Masters in Chemical Engineering.
  • Research interest: You have a passion for research in the paper and pulp industry, particularly in waste valorization, energy and water conservation, or the development of environmentally friendly products.
  • University: You intend to pursue a Master’s degree at one of the South African universities participating in the programme (e.g. Stellenbosch University, University of the Witwatersrand, North-West University, and University of Pretoria).
  • Nationality: Priority is given to South African citizens, but excellent international students may also be considered.

What are the benefits of this fellowship?

  • Full funding: You will receive a total of R320,000 (South African currency) for 2 years of master’s studies. This money will help cover your university fees, research costs, and living expenses.
  • Practical research: You will have the opportunity to work on projects that solve real-world problems, especially for environmentally friendly methods and industry improvements.
  • Job opportunity: After completing the fellowship, you may have the opportunity to work for 2 years as an Engineer-in-Training in one of PAMSA’s member companies. This is a great step for your career.
  • Work with experts: You will work with and learn from experts in the paper industry.

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Required documents:

  • You’re CV/Resume.
  • Academic transcripts from all your years at university.
  • A motivational letter (a one-page letter explaining why you want this scholarship and what your interests are).
  • A reference letter from your lecturer.

Important Deadlines:

  • Early applications are preferred: 6 June 2025 (this date may have passed, but check again).
  • Application Deadline: 27 June 2025.

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How to apply?