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Mike Brown Scholarship

Provided by:Nedbank Group

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Description

Nedbank Group offers the Mike Brown Scholarship for the 2025 academic year, focusing on funding postgraduate studies in critical fields facing skilled professional shortages in South Africa. The scholarship supports students in various domains such as Advanced Manufacturing, Agricultural Sciences, Business, Education, Engineering, Environmental Science, Finance, Healthcare, ICT, and Public Policy. Benefits include coverage of tuition fees, learning materials, accommodation, and a monthly stipend for living costs. Furthermore, recipients gain opportunities for international study, mentorship, and essential psychosocial support from industry leaders. Eligibility criteria mandate South African citizenship, a minimum average of 65% for a completed Bachelor’s degree, admission to a relevant postgraduate program at a recognized institution, and a commitment to contributing to South Africa’s growth, especially in underserved communities. Preference is given to candidates from historically marginalized groups to enhance diversity and inclusion. Interested candidates should complete the application form and submit it along with required documents via their university bursary office by 15 February 2025. Queries can be directed to Nedbank through their official contact page.

Funding & Program Benefits

tuition fees coverage

learning materials

equipment (laptops)

accommodation

meals

fixed stipend for daily living expenses

opportunities for international study

travel and accommodation costs covered

psychosocial support and mentorship

professional networking opportunities

Eligibility Requirements

  • South African citizen
  • Completed a Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum overall average of 65%
  • Admission to postgraduate qualification (Honours or Master’s) in a scarce and critical skill area
  • Admission to a public university or university of technology in South Africa
  • Strong leadership potential
  • Commitment to South Africa’s economic growth and social development
  • Preference for individuals of African, Indian, and Coloured descent

Required Documents

  • ID document (certified copy)
  • Most recent academic transcript
  • Parents or guardians ID documents (certified copies)
  • Parents or guardians proof of household income
  • Parents or guardians home loan account statement
  • Parents, guardians and applicants latest 3 months’ bank statements
  • Financial checks affidavit

Key Details

Application Deadline

Feb 15, 2025

Fields of Study

Robotics Engineering

Advanced Manufacturing Systems

Industrial Automation

Machine Learning

Deep Learning

Natural Language Processing

Data Analytics

Big Data Management

Predictive Modelling

Agronomy

Agricultural Biotechnology

Food Security

Financial Engineering

Risk Management

International Business

Educational Leadership

Curriculum Development

Special Education

STEM Education

Educational Technology

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Civil Engineering

Chemical Engineering

Renewable Energy Engineering

Aerospace Engineering

Nanotechnology

Telecommunications Engineering

Environmental Engineering

Conservation Science

Climate Change Analysis

Sustainable Development

Environmental Management

Chartered Accountancy

Financial Analysis

Actuarial Science

Investment Banking

Biomedical Engineering

Clinical Research

Health Informatics

Medical Specialisation

Nursing

Pharmacology

Public Health

Cybersecurity

Cloud Computing

Software Development

Network Engineering

IT Project Management

Public Health Policy

Urban Planning

International Development

Study Levels

Postgraduate (Honours or Master's)

Submission Information

Applications can be submitted online through the website.

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Support Information

For any queries or support regarding this opportunity, please use the contact details below:

https://www.nedbank.co.za/content/nedbank/desktop/gt/en/aboutus/contact-us.html