ABOUT THE BURSARY PROGRAMME
Sanlam is offering bursary awards to Actuarial Science students, who achieved excellent results for Mathematics.
Expenses covered: tuition fees, actuarial board exam fees, accommodation fees, book allowance, travel allowance, and pocket money.
Additional benefits:
- Vacation work
- Opportunities to network with Sanlam staff members
- Academic support and mentoring from actuarial professionals at Sanlam
- Rotational work opportunities across various disciplines
- A guaranteed employment position once graduated
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
- South African citizen
- Currently in Matric OR have completed Matric
- Enrolled and been accepted to study Actuarial Science in the upcoming year
- Achieved a minimum of 90% for Mathematics (for Matric and Grade 11)
- Achieved a minimum “A” overall average (for Matric and Grade 11)
- Strong mathematical skills
- *Preference will be given to students from designated groups (African/ Indian/ Coloured)
Students must also possess the following personal attributes:
- Good communication skills
- Have strong analytical abilities
- Adaptable to various situations
- Able to function independently
- Good problem solving skills
- Good attention to detail
- Have order and accuracy
HOW TO APPLY FOR THE BURSARY
Applications must be done online at: https://careers.sanlamcloud.co.za/job/Actuarial-Bursaries-WC/523465701/
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
- ID document (certified copy)
- Grade 11 year end results
- Latest Matric results, if currently in Matric
- Matric certificate, if completed Matric (certified copy)
- Curriculum Vitae
- Motivational letter (explaining the following in your own words: What does an Actuary do. Why you wish to study Actuarial Science. Why do you deserve to be awarded the bursary. Do you have the skills and will to become an Actuary. If you do not become an Actuary, what career will you pursue.)
CLOSING DATE
30 June 2019
BURSARY PROVIDER CONTACT INFORMATION
Sanlam Head Office
Tel: 021 947 9111
Bursary Officer
Email: ActuarialBursaries@sanlam.co.za
