Bowmans Bursary South Africa

ABOUT THE BURSAR

Bowmans (previously known as Bowman Gilfillan) is a leading Pan-African law firm. The organisation have seven offices within five African countries
Bowmans clients include multinationals, corporates and state-owned enterprises across various financial institutions, industry sectors and governments.

ABOUT THE BURSARY

The bursary will be awarded to students in the Law (LLB/ BA/ BCom) faculty.

Each year, Bowmans seek out several Law students with exceptional academic performance, to award full bursaries to.

ELIGIBILITY

Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying:

South African citizen,
In Matric or currently in tertiary studies,
Studying (or intend on studying) towards a LLB/ BA Law/ BCom Law degree,
Studying (or registered to study) at a recognised university in South Africa,
Excellent academic performance,
Proven financial need.

*Preference will be given to students from historically disadvantaged backgrounds.

HOW TO APPLY

Students currently in Matric must apply via email to: graduates@bowmanslaw.com (with the words “Bursary Application: Your Name”)
Students currently studying at a tertiary institution must apply online at: https://leap.ly/bowmanslaw
Applications open on 1 August annually.
Please ensure that you have the following supporting documentation ready to upload to your online application:

ID document (certified copy),
Students who have completed Matric: Matric certificate (certified copy) AND latest academic record/ university transcripts (on tertiary letterhead),
Students currently in Matric: latest academic report
Curriculum Vitae,
Motivational letter explaining why you deserve to be awarded the bursary.

CLOSING DATE

31 October annually.

CONTACT

For any bursary queries, please contact:
Bowmans
Tel: 021 480 7800
Email: graduates@bowmanslaw.com