Students preparing for careers at sea can apply for the AMSOL Bursary Programme 2027. The intake supports selected marine-engineering and nautical-training routes and is aimed at South African applicants who will study through a recognised university or SAMSA-accredited training facility.
At a glance
Sponsor/host: African Marine Solutions Group (AMSOL)
Opportunity type: Maritime bursary
Study year: 2027
Fields: Bachelor of Marine Engineering, Bachelor of Nautical Science, and Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch
Application method: Email
Closing date: 30 September 2026
Last verified: 21 August 2026
High-value notes (read this first)
There is no separate application form. Applicants must email the required documents to careers@amsol.co.za and use Attention: 2027 Bursary Committee as the subject line.
Applicants must be unbonded and may not hold another bursary for the 2027 academic year.
About the sponsor
AMSOL is a South African marine-solutions company providing specialist vessel, offshore and maritime services. Its annual bursary programme supports students preparing for occupations needed in the maritime sector.
Sponsor information: AMSOL careers and development information
What it covers
- Tuition fees as the minimum bursary benefit
- Textbooks, subject to available funding and individual circumstances
- Residence accommodation, subject to available funding and individual circumstances
Students are responsible for their own registration fees. Employment with AMSOL after graduation may be required where operational needs allow.
Eligibility
- Must be a South African citizen
- Must be in Matric or have completed Matric
- Must achieve at least 60% or Level 5 for English, Mathematics and Physical Sciences in Matric
- Must study or intend to study one of the listed qualifications in 2027
- Must attend a recognised university or SAMSA-accredited training facility
- Must not receive another bursary for the 2027 academic year
Documents to prepare
- Final Grade 11 report and latest Matric results, if currently in Matric
- Matric certificate, if Matric has been completed
- Most recent academic transcript, if currently studying
- Proof of registration for the 2027 academic year
- Curriculum Vitae with contactable references
- Motivational letter
Closing date
30 September 2026.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Using a different email subject line
- Applying for a qualification outside the three supported routes
- Applying while already bonded to another 2027 bursary
- Leaving out the latest results, proof of registration, CV or motivation
- Submitting after 30 September 2026
How this opportunity was verified
Verified on 21 August 2026 through AMSOL’s current company announcement, which confirms that the 2027 programme is open, applications must be emailed to careers@amsol.co.za, and the closing date is 30 September 2026. AMSOL’s careers information confirms its annual maritime bursary focus.
How to apply
- Confirm that your qualification and training institution meet the requirements.
- Prepare all supporting documents as clear attachments.
- Address a new email to careers@amsol.co.za.
- Use Attention: 2027 Bursary Committee as the email subject.
- Attach the documents, review the email and send it before the closing date.