Santam is a well-known general insurer in South Africa, offering diverse products that include vehicle, equipment and contents insurance. The company operates in several countries in Southern Africa, serving more than a million policyholders. Santam is highly regarded for its specialist insurance that focuses on complex and niche markets.
The company’s CSI strategy is encapsulated in its Creating Partnerships to Build Resilient Communities programme. The programme focuses on reducing the risk of disasters through minimizing vulnerability and the development of mitigation strategies. The company is also involved in children’s art programmes and the provision of financial literacy services for people in lower-income brackets.
Santam Bursary
Students currently in their second, third or final year of undergraduate studies can apply for a Santam Bursary. It’s also for students who plan to get an Honours degree next year on any of the following study programmes:
- Accounting
- Agriculture
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Science
- Economics
- Finance
- Information Technology
- Insurance
- Law
- Mathematics
- Risk Management
- Statistics
The bursary program covers the following expenses:
- Tuition
- Books and stationery
- Subsistence
- Private accommodation or residence
Santam Bursary 2021 Requirements and Eligibility
To qualify for a Sanlam Bursary, the applicant must meet the following requirements:
- They must be a citizen of South Africa.
- They must have an average of 65% and above in their undergraduate degree or in their latest examinations.
- They must have completed Matric.
- They must study one of the fields of study mentioned above.
- They must be in their second, third or final year of undergraduate studies
- They plan to get an Honours degree next year.
- They must study at one of the recognised public Universities in South Africa.
- They must have an interest in working within the industry of short-term insurance.
- They must have strong potential in academics.
How to Apply and Application Details
Applications for the Santam Bursary must be completed online through the StudyTrust website at this link.
Please carefully read the instructions on our Bursary Applications page before beginning your application
