Bursaries

Fields of study

BCom Accounting / CTA pathway toward Chartered Accountancy CA(SA), feeding AGSA's SAICA-accredited training scheme

Covers

Tuition fees, books and accommodation. The bursary page adds meals and lists university accommodation; AGSA's graduate-recruitment FAQ instead adds a monthly allowance

Marks needed

Bursary page: matric exemption with at least 60% in English and 60% in Maths (not Maths Literacy). 1st year applying for 2nd year: over 60% in Financial Accounting. 2nd year applying for 3rd year: over 60% in Financial Accounting and in Management Accounting. Final year applying for CTA: 55% in all core modules and acceptance into the CTA programme. AGSA's FAQ gives averages instead: 60% average on core modules (3rd-year funding) and 55% average on core modules (CTA)

Citizenship

South African citizens only

Obligation

Bursary holders serve articles: they sign a training contract with the AGSA after their studies.

Who applies

Students pursuing BCom Accounting/CTA toward CA(SA)

Last published cycle

AGSA's bursary page says applications open in August each year and close in mid-October; its graduate-recruitment page gives 15 August to 15 September. Check the bursary page for this year's exact date.

The bursary terms are in the FAQ on AGSA's graduate recruitment page; the bursary application page sets stricter per-year marks and a different list of what is covered.

Fields of study

Accounting, Economics, Finance, Law

Marks needed

Well-rounded academically with strong performance in the qualifying field (no percentage published)

Citizenship

SA citizens

Obligation

none stated

Who applies

Full-time 3rd-year undergraduate, Honours or Master's students at accredited SA institutions

Last published cycle

Closed 30 September 2026. Closes at 12:00.

Aimed at

National Treasury says: “The National Treasury is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women and the persons with disabilities in particular.” (source)

Funds students from their third year of undergraduate study onwards, not first or second year.

Fields of study

BCom Accounting (CA-stream) degree at a university offering the Thuthuka programme (SAICA partner list)

Marks needed

At least 60% (level 5) in Grade 11 Mathematics (not Maths Literacy or Technical Maths); in Grade 12, out of school ≤ 2 years, or a university student on a CA-stream BCom degree; must write the NBT

Household income

Up to R350 000 a year

Citizenship

South African citizen; must be Black African or Coloured

Obligation

none stated

Who applies

Grade 12, up to 2 years post-matric, or current CA-stream BCom student, applying to or studying at a Thuthuka partner university

Last published cycle

Closed 31 August 2026. Applications for 2027 closed on 31 August 2026 at 23:59 (official portal). SAICA's 2018 call also closed on 31 August.

Aimed at

South African Institute of Chartered Accountants says: “the Thuthuka Bursary assists disadvantaged African and coloured students who want to study to become CAs(SA).” (source)

Applicants must be Black African or Coloured (one of SAICA's conditions to apply); Maths Literacy/Technical Maths not accepted; min 60% Maths in Grade 11; NBT required by end August. SAICA's partner list: NMU, UFS (Bloemfontein campus), UJ, SU, UKZN (Westville campus), UP, UCT, NWU (Potchefstroom campus), Wits, Rhodes, Fort Hare, UWC, and UL (postgraduate diploma only).

Sources: SAICA: Apply to the Thuthuka Bursary (must apply at a university offering the programme) · SAICA: Thuthuka Bursary University Partners, p.1 · Thuthuka Bursary Fund application portal (linked from SAICA's apply page) · Thuthuka portal application dates (closing date 2026-08-31 23:59; applications closed) · SAICA Thuthuka news: 2018 call closing on 31 August 2018

Fields of study

Commerce, Science, Engineering, Law, Humanities, Arts & Health Science (excl. Medicine, Veterinary Science and Dentistry)

Marks needed

Grade 11: min 60% Pure Maths or 80% Maths Literacy; min 70% average across Grade 11 (excl. Life Orientation)

Citizenship

South African citizen

Obligation

none stated

Who applies

Apply in Grade 12 using Grade 11 results; online application with certified ID and report

Last published cycle

Closed 30 April 2026.

Grade 12 applicants must be under 21 in the year of application. Deadline 30 Apr 2026 17:00 SAST; interviews Jul, selection camp Sep 2026, for 11 partner universities (the page shows UKZN, UCT, SU, UP, TSIBA, UWC, RU, Wits, UJ, UFS and NMU). The 2026 first-year university campaign was closed and nomination-based: each partner university could nominate up to 20 first-year students with a 65% average after the first semester of 2026, turning no older than 22 in 2026, and running a venture or working on a viable idea.

Fields of study

Occupations of High Demand: actuaries, accountants, data scientists, engineers, IT professionals, medical doctors, nurses

Covers

Not published. Site states funding plus wraparound academic/psychosocial/career support; no tuition/accommodation breakdown published.

Marks needed

Must 'maintain academic performance standards' (no percentage published)

Citizenship

SA citizens

Obligation

none stated

Who applies

SA citizens enrolled or planning to enrol in an accredited SA university, in an OHD field

The website does not publish the income cap, exact marks needed or application dates.

Our confidence in these details: medium. The official page publishes little.

Fields of study

Medicine (MBChB), Pharmacy (UKZN only), Veterinary Science; Computer Science, Data Science, Information Science, Information Systems, Information Technology; Engineering (Biomedical, Chemical, Civil, Electrical, Electronic, Mechanical, Mechatronic); Actuarial Science, Econometrics, Mathematics, Statistics; Accounting, Economics, Financial Sciences, Investment Management, Management Sciences

Covers

Full funding scholarship (the Moshal Program's wording; the page does not itemise the costs it pays), living and meal allowances, personal Program Coordinator support, professional workshops, mentoring, career guidance

Marks needed

70% minimum for English, Mathematics and Physical Science/Accounting

Household income

Up to R200 000 a year

Obligation

none stated

Who applies

Online application, acceptance to a Moshal-funded institution, then in-person interview and selection

Only for UCT, Stellenbosch, UWC, Wits, UP, UKZN, UFS or UJ; degrees/universities funded subject to change at Moshal's discretion. Applications open per SA site banner.

Fields of study

2027 call: Science, Technology, Engineering, Accounting, Maths and Humanities (Music and LLB only); the online form's faculty list is Accounting, Engineering, Health Sciences, Information Technology, Humanities (Law & Music) and Science

Covers

Non-repayable bursary. The 2027 call lists registration and tuition fees, university-accredited accommodation fees, books and stationery (including a laptop), a meal allowance, a tutor allowance and mental wellness support; the foundation's Higher Education page also describes a monthly cash and card allowance and data

Marks needed

An average pass mark of over 70%, excluding Life Orientation and Home Language

Obligation

none stated

Who applies

Matric 2026 learners and 1st- or 2nd-year university students from the 26 districts the foundation lists; apply online (pre-screening first, then a student profile and document upload)

Last published cycle

Closed 16 October 2026. 2027 bursaries: applications close on 16 October 2026; no opening date is given.

The FAQ says the initiative works with selected schools in 26 underserved districts and selects learners on academic deservingness and financial need (see /faqs page). The foundation also offers the Martha Rose Scholarship, awarded to promising nursing and psychology students; how to apply is not published.

Sources: Motsepe Foundation: 2027 bursaries (criteria, supported fields, closing date and online application) · Motsepe Foundation: Higher Education (what the bursary covers)

Our confidence in these details: medium. The official page publishes little.

Fields of study

BCom Taxation, Accounting or Supply Chain Management; BPharm; MBChB; BSc Chemistry, Microbiology or Pharmacology (Regulatory Affairs); BSc Computer Science & IT; Bachelor of Data Science; BEng, at the institutions listed on the page

Citizenship

South African citizens

Obligation

none stated

Who applies

See Aspen's Careers > Bursary Applications page for current openings; apply online once accepted at a listed institution, with a certified ID, acceptance letter, fee quotation and parents' payslips; no dates published

Awards are decided each year by Aspen. The page lists the eligible institutions but no closing date.

Our confidence in these details: low. The official page publishes little.

Fields of study

Engineering, Mining, Metallurgy, Electrical (heavy current), Chemistry (Hons), Geology (Hons), Accounting (Hons), Survey, Human Resources (BCom to honours level), Nursing, Teaching

Marks needed

Bachelor's pass (university exemption) with at least 60% (Rating Code 5) in Mathematics, Science and English

Obligation

Must work for the Company for the full period of the bursary and undertake vacation work at the Company at the end of each year

Who applies

Prospective and current undergraduates apply on the downloadable bursary application form (e-mail it to bursaries@implats.co.za); Chemistry, Geology, Accounting and Human Resources (BCom) are funded to honours level

Last published cycle

Closed 30 September 2026. The application form says applications close on 30 September (no year given) and that late applications are not considered.

Mechanical and Electrical (heavy current) disciplines must comply with DMPR requirements. The closing date, minimum marks and the Nursing and Teaching disciplines come from the bursary application form linked on the page (pages 1-2).

Sources: Implats bursary application form, p.1 (closes 30 September; Maths, Science and English 60%) and p.2 (disciplines) · Implats: Young talent, Bursaries (fields, 'Chemistry to honours level', 'Geology to honours level', 'Accounting to honours level', 'Human resources BCom to honours level'; applications e-mailed to bursaries@implats.co.za)

Fields of study

Mining, Engineering, Process, Geosciences and Finance-related fields relevant to the mining industry

Obligation

none stated

Who applies

Grade 12 learners or students studying towards a SA degree/B.Eng Tech; apply per business unit

The official page appears out of date: its application windows are for 2018 and it says 'No bursaries available for 2018' for one unit. No 2026 or 2027 bursary call was found on Kumba's site, so check directly that the scheme is still recruiting. Some listed business units have changed since the Valterra Platinum demerger.

Sources: Anglo American Kumba: Graduates and bursaries (fields include 'Finance'; application windows still dated 2018)

Our confidence in these details: low. The official page publishes little.

Fields of study

Accounting or Actuarial Science

Marks needed

For students who have done exceptionally well at school (specific percentage not published)

Citizenship

South African citizen

Obligation

none stated

Who applies

Prospective/current students applying to study Accounting or Actuarial Science

Last published cycle

Closed 30 June 2026. Old Mutual gives only the opening month: 2027 applications opened in April 2026 and closed on 30 June 2026.

Dates are for '2027 Bursary Applications' (open April to 30 June 2026); selection via online screening, psychometric assessment, digital application form and video interview.

Fields of study

Chartered Accountancy (SAICA-accredited CA-stream qualification)

Covers

Academic achievement award (fixed amount + book allowance); tuition/accommodation top-up; up to 100% accommodation cover plus a once-off living allowance for very high financial need, on a sliding scale

Marks needed

Matriculants: min B-symbol for Maths & English, 75% overall average. 1st/2nd-yr uni: 70%+ average. 3rd/4th-yr: 65%+ and honours-qualifying

Citizenship

South African citizen

Obligation

none stated

Who applies

Matriculants, full-time undergraduate students studying towards a SAICA-accredited CA qualification, and students planning to do CTA/PGDA the next year

Last published cycle

Opened 1 July 2026 · closed 31 August 2026. Last published cycle.

Maths Literacy not accepted; students on a bridging course into a SAICA-accredited qualification are not eligible.

Fields of study

Accounting, actuarial science, analytics, commerce, computer/data science, economics, engineering, finance, IT, investments, maths, statistics; also agriculture, information science and technology, financial technology, and Behavioural Economics disciplines (behavioural finance, sociology, psychology, neuroscience)

Marks needed

Average of 65% and above in latest examinations; well-rounded academic performance in an eligible field

Citizenship

South African citizen

Obligation

Bursary holders must work for Standard Bank if the bank offers them a job when they graduate.

Who applies

Full-time students going into 2nd, 3rd or final year of an undergraduate degree, or postgraduate study up to Master's level. It does not fund 1st year.

Last published cycle

Opened 1 June 2026 · closed 30 September 2026. 2027 season, applied for through StudyTrust.

Administered through StudyTrust (studytrust.org.za). The 2027 season ran from 1 June to 30 September 2026 (StudyTrust, checked 29 September 2026); the next season usually opens around June.

Sources: StudyTrust: Standard Bank Group Bursary, 'Bursary Details' · Standard Bank Group: How we hire, bursaries ('Applications are open between June and the end of September each year'; apply through the StudyTrust programme website)

Fields of study

Studies towards becoming a Chartered Accountant at a SAICA accredited institution

Covers

Paid directly to the SAICA accredited institution; pays for tuition and academic materials first, any amount remaining goes towards accommodation. Amount varies according to academic performance, motivation and financial need

Marks needed

No minimum marks published; renewable every year based on academic performance

Obligation

Only Training Contract holders can apply: "If successful, we'll offer you a Training Contract to complete your three-years of articles at Deloitte."

Who applies

Students awarded a Deloitte Training Contract (matric, undergraduate and PGDA/CTA applicants)

Last published cycle

Opened 1 June 2026 · closed 30 September 2026. For 2027 study: matric and undergraduate applications 1 June 2026 to 30 September 2026 (undergraduate window covers 2026 and 2027 funding). PGDA / CTA applications remain open throughout the year.

Deloitte calls its CA bursary a Financial Contribution; you must first be awarded a Training Contract. Citizenship and marks are not published.

Sources: Financial Contribution page: cover, renewal, dates · CA journey page: Training Contract and three-year articles

Our confidence in these details: medium. The official page publishes little.

Fields of study

A SAICA recognised degree, studied full time

Marks needed

Matric: 4 A's excluding Life Orientation. First year: 65% average and 70% Accounting. Second year: 65% average and 65% Accounting. Third year: 60% average and 60% Accounting. Honours/CTA: 50% average and 55% Accounting. Degree must be completed in the minimum number of years

Obligation

A Bursary Contract is subject to entering into a learnership (training contract) with KPMG that starts once studies at a SAICA accredited university are completed

Who applies

Full-time students studying a SAICA recognised degree (first year to Honours/CTA results thresholds listed)

Last published cycle

When checked on 2026-10-12, the page said "Bursary applications are currently open" but gave no opening or closing date or study year.

KPMG says "To apply for a KPMG Bursary, you have to first apply for a training contract", then use the Taleo reference number it gives. Two types: Pure Merit (academic results only) and Merit with financial need. Renewal depends on satisfactory progress and the availability of funds. The page lists matric results thresholds but does not say plainly whether Grade 12 learners can apply.

Sources: KPMG bursaries page: types, marks, training contract · KPMG Types of bursaries PDF (2026)

Our confidence in these details: medium. The official page publishes little.

Fields of study

Students pursuing the CA Stream studies

Covers

Academic Merit with Financial Need Bursary: one or more, or a combination of tuition, accommodation, books and/or meals. Academic Merit Bursary: a portion of the tuition fees

Marks needed

An academic record which indicates the ability to do so with due regard to financial need; no minimum marks published

Obligation

The student is required to work at EY for the duration of their training contract (a minimum of three years)

Who applies

Separate tracks for Matric Applicants and University Applicants pursuing the CA Stream

Last published cycle

Opened 1 July 2026 · closed 30 September 2026. For 2027 study. Open from the 1st of July to the 30th of September 2026.

Matric applicants submit Grade 11 and Grade 12 Term 1 and Term 2 results; parents' payslips or an unemployment affidavit are requested.

Sources: EY South Africa bursary page: types, cover, dates, documents

Our confidence in these details: medium. The official page publishes little.

Fields of study

Accounting Sciences (Chartered Accountant – CA stream) at a SAICA-recognised public university

Marks needed

Mathematics: Level 5 or higher (Maths Literacy and Technical Maths learners are NOT considered); English: Level 5 or higher; Accounting: Level 5 or higher

Citizenship

Be a South African citizen

Obligation

none stated

Who applies

Unemployed youth from the Royal Bafokeng Nation enrolling in their first year of study in 2027

Last published cycle

Closed 31 July 2026. For 2027 study (first-year students in 2027). Closed 31 July 2026, 11:59 pm; applicants not contacted by 31 August 2026 should consider their application unsuccessful.

Aimed at

Royal Bafokeng Holdings says applicants must "Be an unemployed youth from the Royal Bafokeng Nation".

Only for youth from the Royal Bafokeng Nation; applicants may not hold any other bursary in 2027, including NSFAS. Proof of residence is a Lekwalo la Kgosana. Technical Maths is not accepted.

Sources: RBH 2027 Bursary Programme application form (PDF): eligibility, marks, closing date

Fields of study

Fields of study not specified on the page

Citizenship

South African

Obligation

none stated

Who applies

Academically deserving undergraduate students with proven financial need

The page gives only a short overview, with no fields of study, amounts, dates or application link.

Our confidence in these details: low. The official page publishes little.

Fields of study

Any field 'with a bearing on the functions and activities of the SARB' (e.g. finance, economics, IT, law)

Marks needed

70% average in the June Grade 12/Matric examinations (final award subject to final results)

Citizenship

South African citizens

Obligation

Sign bursary agreement with SARB after interview; specific service-back terms not published

Who applies

Prospective first-year undergraduates at any SA university, under 30

Last published cycle

Closed 30 September 2026.

For the 2027 academic year intake; distinct from the SARB Economics-specific bursary above

Fields of study

Wide range of undergraduate disciplines at public universities or TVET colleges

Household income

Up to R350 000 a year

Obligation

none stated

Who applies

Selected via REAP's Post School Readiness Programme at partner rural schools; not an open public application

Aimed at

REAP says: “assists young people from low income households in marginalised rural communities in South Africa to access and succeed in post-school education and training (PSET) opportunities”

REAP wraps around NSFAS/other bursary funding rather than being the primary funder itself; supported 206 students in 2026 (120 university, 86 TVET).

Fields of study

Core/critical mining fields (60% of intake), non-core mining-related fields (30%), other disciplines (10%); varies per year

Marks needed

National Senior Certificate with 60%+ in all subjects; engineering applicants also need at least 70% in Mathematics and Physical Sciences; tertiary students must maintain 60%+ average in major subjects

Citizenship

South African citizen with valid SA identity document

Obligation

none stated

Who applies

Applicants aged 18-35, from communities in and around Harmony's mining operations, applying with a brief 3-page CV

Last published cycle

Closed 9 October 2026. 2027 intake (now closed): applications were by email to Bursaryscheme@harmony.co.za with the documents listed on the official page.

Aimed at

Harmony Gold Mining Company says: “At Harmony we offer full-time bursaries to communities in an around our mining operations.”

The 2027 bursary intake closed on 9 October 2026 (official page, checked 29 September 2026). On 12 October 2026 the page says the 2027 intake is closed and "The 2028 intake will open in October 2027."

Sources: Harmony: opportunities for students (60% in all subjects; 70% Maths and Physical Sciences for engineering; closes 9 October 2026)

Fields of study

All faculties; most SA public universities award automatic or application-based merit/entrance bursaries on NSC results

Marks needed

Awarded to applicants meeting each faculty's published NSC/APS threshold; often automatic, no separate application

Citizenship

Typically restricted to South African citizens and permanent residents (varies by university)

Obligation

none stated

Who applies

Automatic on admission at most universities (e.g. UCT); some require a separate application - check per institution

Aimed at

UCT, the verified example, says: “Entrance Scholarships are awarded to applicants on the basis of National Senior Certificate (NSC) achievement in open and redress pools.” Other universities set their own criteria.

Terms, thresholds and amounts vary significantly by university and faculty; verified example is UCT's Entrance Scholarship policy

Our confidence in these details: medium. The official page publishes little.