Hensoldt is a multinational corporation with headquarters in Munich, Germany; whose main product areas include avionics; radar and optoelectronics. The company focuses on sensor technologies, to provide missions the defence, security and aerospace sectors with protection and surveillance.
In 2019, HENSOLDT South Africa Africa was launched, as the result of a merger between GEW Technology and HENSOLDT Optronics Pty, 2 South African entities. HENSOLDT South Africa is headquartered in Pretoria, with an additional office in Irene (in Gauteng, between Pretoria and Johannesburg).
ABOUT THE BURSARY PROGRAMME – FIELDS COVERED
HENSOLDT South Africa in partnership with South African Women in Defence, have initiated a bursary program to financially assist female students from previously disadvantaged backgrounds. The Hensoldt Female engineer bursary program will be awarding bursaries within the following fields of study:
- Electronic Engineering (BEng/ BSc)
- Computer Engineering (BEng/ BSc)
- Computer Science (BSc)
MORE ABOUT THE BURSARY PROGRAMME – COVERAGE VALUE & SELECTION
The bursary will provide cover for the following expenses: tuition fees, prescribed textbooks, accommodation and a monthly allowance.
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited to attend an interview, as well as undergo a medical exam. If you do not receive any feedback within 14 days of the application deadline, please regard your application as unsuccessful.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
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):
- South African citizen
- Female
- Completed Matric
- Studying OR intend on studying full-time towards an Electronic Engineering/ Computer Engineering/ Computer Science qualification
- Studying OR have been accepted to study at a recognised and accredited University in South Africa
- Meet the criteria for your selected qualification, at your selected institution
- Passed all subjects for the current year of study, if currently studying at tertiary level
- Agree to undergo a medical exam/ health declaration
- From a previously disadvantaged background
HOW TO APPLY FOR THE BURSARY
Students who meet the eligibility 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 be disregarded):
- ID document (certified copy)
- Matric certificate (certified copy)
- Latest academic record, if currently studying at tertiary level (certified copy)
- Proof of enrolment or acceptance at a tertiary institution (on institutions letterhead)
- Motivational letter to support your application (certified affidavit)
Applications must be submitted electronically via email to: [email protected]
(Insert the words “Hensoldt Female Engineer Bursary – Your Full Name” in the email subject line).
CLOSING DATE
15 October.
(Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted – please apply before the closing date to ensure your application is considered.)
CONTACT THE BURSARY PROVIDER
For any queries related to this bursary programme, please contact HENSOLDT South Africa directly:
Tel: 012 421 6200
Email: [email protected]