Key Facts
- Status
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- Field of Study
- Study Level
- Academic Year
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2027
Eligibility Requirements
- South African citizen
- Female
- Aged 18-28
- At least 70% overall Matric average
- Completed first year of study with at least 65% overall average
- Entering second year of Accounting, Engineering (Chemical/Electrical/Electronics) or IT
- Full-time student at an accredited South African university
Documents Needed
- Certified copy of South African ID
- Certified Matric certificate
- Official tertiary academic record
- Curriculum Vitae
- Motivational letter
About Pg Group Bursary
The PG Group Bursary Programme is funded by PG Group, a more than 120-year-old Southern African integrated glass manufacturing and distribution business known for brands including PG Glass, PFG (float glass), and PG SmartGlass. The programme is aimed specifically at African female students, supporting them through Accounting, Engineering and Information Technology qualifications at accredited South African universities.
Recipients receive developmental support and vocational work exposure during university holidays, with the possibility of moving into PG Group's Graduate Development Programme after completing their qualification.
Funding Details
The bursary covers tuition fees, stationery, and accommodation and meals at university residence rates, alongside vocational work during university holidays and potential entry into PG Group's Graduate Development Programme after graduation.
Where You Can Study
PG Group does not publish a restricted list of universities. Any accredited South African university offering Accounting, Chemical/Electrical/Electronics Engineering, or Information Technology should qualify.
About PG Group
PG Group is South Africa's leading manufacturer and distributor of glass products, operating through divisions including PFG Building Glass and PG Glass, headquartered in Bedfordview, Johannesburg. The group supplies gla…
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- 18 Skeen Boulevard, Bedfordview, Johannesburg, 2007
- Phone
- +27 11 417 5800
Fields of Study & Who Can Apply
African female South African citizens aged 18 to 28, who achieved at least 70% overall in Matric, have completed first year of study with at least 65% overall, and are entering second year of a qualifying Accounting, Engineering (Chemical, Electrical or Electronics) or Information Technology degree at an accredited South African university.
Application Procedure
Apply directly with the provider using the official application link below, before the closing date.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this bursary open to all students?
No - it is specifically for African female students meeting the age, academic, and field-of-study criteria.
When does the 2027 intake open?
The most recently published PG Group window closed 10 February 2026. As of August 2026, PG Group had not yet published an application window for the 2027 academic year - check pggroup.co.za or email training@pg.co.za nearer the start of the year.
What does the bursary cover?
Tuition fees, stationery, and accommodation and meals at university residence rates.
Which fields qualify?
Accounting, Chemical/Electrical/Electronics Engineering, and Information Technology.
How do I apply?
There is no formal application form - the required documents are emailed directly to training@pg.co.za.
