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Bowmans Bursary 2023

Bowmans Bursary 2023 


About Bowmans 

It is a corporate law firm, which is one of South Africa’s “Big Five law firms”. It was formed in 1998 as the result of a merger between 3 law firms, namely Bowman Gilfillan Hayman Godfrey; John & Kernick and Findlay & Tait.

About The Bowmans Bursary Programme

It is inviting students to apply for the Bowmans Bursary.
The bursary is available for both undergraduate studies.

Fields of Study Are Covered By The Bowmans Bursary Programme

The following studies are covered by the bursary programme:
  • Law

Expenses Covered By Bowmans Bursary Programme

The following expenses are covered by the bursary programme:
  • Tuition fee
  • Stationery
  • Books
  • Personal computer
  • Accommodation in residence or private
  • Subsistence
  • Transport
  • And any other study related expense.

Eligibility Criteria For The Bowmans Bursary Programme

The following are the minimum requirements that you must meet in order to be considered for the bursary programme.
If you do not meet them, your application will not be considered.

  • You must be a South African citizen
  • You must have completed Matric or be currently in Matric
  • You must be studying or intend on studying towards a Law qualification
  • You must be studying or registered to study at a recognised university in South Africa
  • You must have achieved a minimum overall average of 70% for your current year of study
  • You must have an excellent academic performance
  • You must have proven financial need
  • You must be passionate about Law
  • You must be a team player
  • Preference will be given to students from historically disadvantaged backgrounds

Documentation Required For The Bowmans Bursary Programme

The following documentation is required for the bursary programme. You must submit clear copies of the following documents or else your application will not be considered.
  • ID document (certified copy)
  • Grade 11 final results AND Matric latest results, if currently in Matric (certified copies)
  • Matric certificate, if completed Matric (certified copy)
  • Full university transcript, if currently studying (certified copy)
  • Motivational letter explaining why you deserve to be awarded the bursary
  • Parents/ guardians proof of household income (latest payslips if employed: certified copies, affidavit if unemployed, proof of pension or SASSA grant, if applicable)

How To Apply For The Bowmans Bursary Programme

You can apply for the bursary programme in the following ways:
You can submit your application online at online at: Bowmans Bursary Application 2023

Closing Date For The Bowmans Bursary Programme

The closing date for the programme is 30 September 2022. Apply as soon as you can to ensure that your application is considered.

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