Key facts
- Status
- Applications closed Closed 14 July 2023
- Provider
- White River Saw Mills
- Academic year
- 2027
- Last checked
- September 2026
No 2027 round had been published when we checked.
VerifiedNo open round · the last round we could find closed on 14 July 2023 Latest update ↓
White River Saw Mills is a timber producer in Mpumalanga. Its bursary builds the next generation of wood technologists from its own communities, paying for a diploma at Nelson Mandela University’s George Campus with practical training at the mill.
About the White River Saw Mills Bursary
- A full bursary for the three-year National Diploma in Wood Technology.
- Study at Nelson Mandela University’s George Campus.
- Holiday work, mentoring and an experiential year at White River Saw Mills.
Eligibility requirements
- In Matric and living in a community where White River Saw Mills operates.
- At least Level 3 for English, Afrikaans or isiXhosa, and Level 3 for Mathematics or Level 5 for Mathematical Literacy.
- At least Level 2 for Physical Sciences and an APS of 32, or 22 to 31 with an access assessment.
- An interest in technology and business, and logical thinking.
How to apply
- Email the HR team to confirm a round is open. There is no form.
- Prepare your recent Matric results, proof of residence, a motivation letter and a CV.
- Email them to hrm@wrsm.co.za with the bursary name in the subject line.
Closing date
14 July in the last published round (2023). No 2027 date has been announced.
Contact details
- White River Saw Mills: 013 751 1111
- Email: hrm@wrsm.co.za
Forestry and wood students should also see the SAFCOL bursary, the Sappi bursary and the Mondi bursary.
FAQs
1. Is the White River Saw Mills bursary open for 2027? +
No 2027 round had been published when we checked. The last published round closed on 14 July 2023, so email the HR team to ask whether a new intake is planned.
2. What is White River Saw Mills? +
A Mpumalanga timber producer in White River that makes laminated beams, flooring, furniture-grade timber and other wood products for local and export markets.
3. What does the bursary fund? +
A full bursary for the three-year National Diploma in Wood Technology at Nelson Mandela University's George Campus, with holiday work and an experiential year at the mill.
4. Who qualifies? +
Matric learners living in a community where White River Saw Mills operates, with at least Level 3 for English, Afrikaans or isiXhosa and for Mathematics, or Level 5 for Mathematical Literacy, Level 2 for Physical Sciences and an APS of at least 32.
5. Can I apply with a lower APS? +
In the last round, learners with an APS of 22 to 31 could be referred for the university's Access Assessment Battery test.
6. How do I apply? +
There is no form. Email your recent Matric results, proof of residence, a motivation letter and a CV to hrm@wrsm.co.za.
Update note (checked September 2026): no 2027 round had been published when we checked. The last published round closed on 14 July 2023. Email the company’s HR team to ask whether a new intake is planned. The details below are from the last published call.
This round is not open right now. Check the provider’s own site for the next round.
Visit the provider’s websiteOr send your application by email:
hrm@wrsm.co.za