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PG Group Bursary South Africa 2024

 

PG Group Bursary South Africa 2024


ABOUT PG GROUP

PG Group was established in 1897 in Cape Town, South Africa. The group produces, installs and distributes glass film solutions, automotive glass and aluminium. PG is the most well-known glass name across Southern Africa.

The PG Group have invested in numerous well-known companies, including the following:
PG Aluminium who are a top manufacturer and installer of custom made architectural aluminium doors and windows. PG Primador who supply top quality aluminium windows, aluminium doors, as well as aluminium shower door frames. PFG who are a top manufacturer of patterned glass, float glass, mirrors, laminated glass and sealant products. PG Glass who are the top supplier of glass replacement services for auto and building. PG Building Glass who are the top distributor of SmartGlass, mirror and float products. Shatterprufe who are top distributors and manufacturers of OE Auto and replacement glass products. LLumar Films who produce LLumar™ high performance window film for auto glass, home and building glass. PG Africa who distribute, repair and replace auto and building glass. Widney Transport Components who supply specialty sliding window solutions and commercial vehicle glass.
 

ABOUT THE FIELDS COVERED BY THE PG GROUP BURSARY PROGRAMME

The PG Group is inviting students to apply for their bursary programme, for the 2024 academic year.

Bursaries will be awarded for undergraduate degree studies within the following fields:

  • Chemical Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Electronics Engineering

COVERAGE VALUE & SELECTION

The bursary will provide cover for the following expenses: tuition fees, stationery, prescribed books, accommodation (at university residence rates), living allowance and vocational work.

Bursary recipients will receive financial support and developmental support throughout the programme.

After graduation, bursary recipients may be offered employment opportunities within the PG Group, through the graduate programme.
 

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE PG GROUP BURSARY

Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying (please note that failure to satisfy all the requirements will lead to your application not being considered):

  • You must be a South African citizen
  • You must have completed Matric
  • You must have achieved a minimum overall average of 70% in Matric
  • You must be studying on a full-time basis, towards one of the Engineering qualifications listed above
  • You must be in your first year of study in 2023
  • You must have achieved a minimum overall average of 65% in your first academic year
  • You must be studying at a recognised university in South Africa (the bursary will NOT fund studies at open distance learning institutions)
  • You must intend on pursuing a career in Chemical Engineering, Electrical or Electronics Engineering

 

HOW TO APPLY FOR THE PG GROUP BURSARY

Students who meet all of the above criteria, can apply by submitting clear copies of the following documentation (the submission of these documents is compulsory – if any items are missing, your application may be disqualified):

  • ID document (certified copy)
  • Matric certificate (certified copy)
  • Full tertiary academic record (on official letterhead)
  • Short Curriculum Vitae

Note: there is no application form to be completed for this bursary application – students need only submit the list of above documents to apply.

Applications must be submitted via email to: training@pg.co.za
(Insert the words “PG Group Bursary Application” in the email subject line).

CLOSING DATE FOR THE PG GROUP BURSARY

To be confirmed.
(Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted – please apply before the closing date to ensure your application is considered.)

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