PAMSA South Africa Master’s in Chemical Engineering Bursary 2025
Are you a final-year Chemical Engineering student in South Africa with a passion for sustainability, innovation, and bioeconomy? The Paper Manufacturers Association of South Africa (PAMSA) invites applications for its prestigious 2025 Master’s in Chemical Engineering Bursary Programme, offering both generous financial support and real-world industry experience in the pulp and paper sector.
Degree Level
PAMSA South Africa Master’s in Chemical Engineering Bursary 2025 is available to undertake Masters level programs at South Africa Universities.
Available Subjects
Research Focus Areas
Students accepted into the programme will contribute to innovative, sustainability-driven research in:
- Waste valorisation and process innovation
- Energy and water efficiency in paper production
- Bioethanol and bioproducts from paper sludge
- Lignin extraction for applications like asphalt, fertilisers, and water purification
- Development of biocomposites from pulp and paper mill waste
Benefits
The PAMSA bursary is more than just a financial grant—it’s a career-building opportunity designed to grow future engineers in the circular bioeconomy and renewable materials sector. This programme combines postgraduate education with applied industrial research, potentially leading to employment as an engineer-in-training at PAMSA-affiliated companies.
Key Benefits:
- Funding Support: Receive R320,000 over two years for tuition, living costs, and research
- Hands-On Experience: Tackle real-world research projects in sustainability, fibre processing, and bio-based materials
- Career Growth: Build your career in a green industry focused on innovation and waste valorisation
Eligible Nationalities
Open to applicants of all nationalities.
Eligibility Criteria
This bursary is open to:
- Final-year BSc or BEng Chemical Engineering students
- Recent graduates in Chemical Engineering
- Students from registered South African universities
- Applicants with at least 60% average in their final year
- Preference will be given to South African citizens
Applicants must also:
- Have completed their degree in five years or less
- Submit a CV, full academic transcript, two letters of reference, and a letter of motivation
Application Procedure
2025 Application Deadlines
- Early Bird Deadline: 6 June 2025 (priority consideration)
- Final Deadline: 27 June 2025
Apply online at: https://www.thepaperstory.co.za/bursaries/
