Bowmans Bursary South Africa 2026

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Bowmans Bursary South Africa 2026

Bowmans, one of Africa’s leading corporate law firms, invites applications for the Bowmans Bursary South Africa 2026. This bursary is aimed at academically strong and financially deserving students pursuing a career in law.

Applications are now open, and the closing date is 30 September 2025.

Bowmans Bursary South Africa

About Bowmans

Bowmans Attorneys is a highly respected law firm with offices across Africa, including South Africa, Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda. With over 100 years of legal excellence, Bowmans is dedicated to nurturing the next generation of legal professionals through its bursary programme and graduate opportunities.

Fields of Study Covered

The Bowmans Bursary 2026 is available for students pursuing:

LLB (Bachelor of Laws)

What the Bursary Covers

The Bowmans Bursary provides financial assistance that may include:

Tuition fees
Registration fees
Prescribed textbooks
Accommodation allowance (for selected students)

In addition to financial support, recipients may gain access to vacation work opportunities and future career placement at Bowmans.

Bowmans Bursary South Africa

Eligibility Requirements

To apply for the Bowmans Bursary South Africa 2026, applicants must:

Be a South African citizen.
Be studying or intending to study towards an LLB degree at a recognized South African university.
Have achieved strong academic results (minimum average of 65–70%).
Demonstrate financial need.
Show a strong interest in pursuing a career in corporate law.

Bowmans Bursary South Africa

How to Apply for the Bowmans Bursary 2026

Step 1: Prepare Documents

Applicants must include:

A certified copy of your South African ID
Latest academic results or transcripts
Proof of university acceptance or registration
Motivational letter outlining your interest in law and career goals
Proof of household income (payslips or affidavit if unemployed)

Step 2: Apply Online

Applications are submitted via the official Bowmans careers portal:
Bowmans Bursary Application – Apply Here

Bowmans Bursary South Africa

Closing Date

The closing date for the Bowmans Bursary South Africa 2026 is 30 September 2025.
⚠️ Applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered.

Bowmans Bursary South Africa

Why Apply for the Bowmans Bursary?

Access to financial support for your law degree
Opportunities to participate in vacation work programmes
Exposure to corporate and commercial law practice
Potential career opportunities at Bowmans after graduation

FAQs

1. Does Bowmans fund postgraduate law studies (LLM)?
No, the bursary is specifically for undergraduate LLB students.

2. Are part-time law students eligible?
No, the bursary is only available to full-time students.

3. Does Bowmans offer mentorship with the bursary?
Yes, recipients may receive mentorship and professional guidance from Bowmans lawyers.

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