External bursaries
Please take note of closing dates!
Thungela 2025 Bursary
We’re offering bursary opportunities to top-performing students who are passionate about their area of study.
If that’s you, and you qualify, then you’re the talent Thungela is looking for, and we can offer financial assistance and practical experience to take you to the next level.
Visit www.careerwise.co.za to register and apply.
Please use promo code THUNGELA2025. If you’ve already applied on the CareerWise website, your application will be automatically considered.
Closing date: 13 September 2024
Appointments will be made in line with Employment Equity targets.
IDC Bursary - Commerce, Engineering, Law, Computer Sciences and NAS
The Industrial Development Corporation is inviting students to apply for the IDC External Bursary Program, for the 2025 academic year from the 1st of June 2024 and the closing date for the applications is the 30th of September 2024.
The IDC Bursary is open to unemployed eligible South African citizens with financial needs and excellent academic performance.
Click here for more information.
Old Mutual Bursary (Actuarial Science) 2025
What the bursary programme offers:
Exceptional South African learners pursuing or interested in pursuing studies in Actuarial Science are invited to apply for the Old Mutual Bursary Programme.
The bursary programme comes with comprehensive support during university to the day you qualify and beyond into a meaningful career at Old Mutual. It also offers opportunities for personal development, vacation work, networking, and guaranteed employment post-graduation.
Closing Date: 30 September 2024
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The Nedbank External Bursary Programme
The Nedbank External Bursary Programme is open to full-time Undergraduate and Honours students who are studying towards qualifications in the financial sector with a strong focus on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) and Green Economy skills.
If you do not have the financial means to study full-time towards your degree or diploma at a South African public university or university of technology, and you meet the below criteria, it is time to become a #YoungDifferenceMaker!
CRITERIA FOR SELECTION:
To be eligible for the Nedbank bursary, you must:
- be a South African citizen; and
- have a proven financial need, as determined by your household income.
Must have:
- a minimum academic average of 65% in the year that you are applying for the bursary;
- a minimum academic average of 65% for the required subjects aligned with the qualification you plan to study towards at university;
- not completed your grade 12 or senior certificate with mathematics literacy; and
- successfully obtained admission approval to a South African public university or university of technology for the undergraduate qualification you plan to study towards.
Contact information:
Email: Unlockyourambition@nedbank.co.za
Closing date for applications is 31 August 2024.
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DSI - CSIR Bursary Program
The call for 2025 Department of Science and Innovation - #TeamCSIR Inter-Programme #Bursary Scheme (IBS) applications is now open!
For more info: https://lnkd.in/dHxnUjc
To apply: https://csir.auraams.app/
Closing date: Saturday, 31 August 2024
INISA Student Grant 2024
The INISA grant covers 75% of tuition fees and related costs (e.g. books and other study material; residence fees etc.) for the academic year of 2024 up to a maximum amount of Euro 1.500 (or the equivalent in local currency).
The applicant (m/f/d) should
- hold the nationality of one of the SADC countries;
- study full time at a University or other tertiary education institution in one of the SADC countries;
- be in the second or third year of his or her undergraduate studies, i.e. s/he has successfully completed at least one year of studies and has successfully re-registered for further courses in the next academic year. Please note: the INISA Student Grant is not applicable to postgraduate studies such as Honours, Masters or PhD programs.
The grant is open to students of all subjects, but particularly we encourage applications by science, engineering, economics and medical students. Should the grant be awarded to more than one student the maximum amount will be split equally. INISA requires the student to provide proof of tuition related expenses with a fees account record, as the grant amount covers a percentage of these expenses and needs to be calculated on that basis before any payment is possible.
The grant will be paid directly into the student’s fees account at the University. INISA requires the student to provide two reports on the progress of his/her studies in the year s/he is awarded the grant.
How to apply
To apply, please send the required documents in one email to inisastudentgrant@gmx.de.
Besides personal details including address, university and subjects, year of study and names and contact details of 2 persons (no members of your family) who support the application and can provide further information on you (please use questionnaire provided) you are asked to provide the following information:
- A detailed CV
- A photo of you (gif or jpg)
- A letter of motivation (500-1500 words; pdf) The letter of motivation will be the main criterion for the consideration of your application. The object of the letter is to present a comprehensive pic ture of your personality; we would like to get to know you as good as possi ble. It should at least cover these aspects: Why did you decide to study a par ticular subject and what does the subject mean to you? What would you like to achieve with your studies, what would you like to achieve in your life? What do you do in your spare time? Why do you think you should be awarded the INISA grant? In which way would the grant make a difference to your studies this year?
- Information on additional funding (grants, scholarships, tuition fee waivers etc.) from public or private sources.
Additional documentation (copies of diplomas, testimonials etc) is not required at that stage of the application.
The closing date for applications is Sunday, 1 September 2024. After assessing the applications INISA will shortlist any number of candidates and conduct interviews with them. Successful applicants will be informed on the status of their application in due course.
SANSOR Postgraduate bursary
Closing date: 30 September 2024
Fields: Agronomy, Plant Breeding, Plant Pathology, Entomology, Horticulture, Pasture Science, Biotechnology, Plant Physiology, Genetics, and Molecular Plant Biology
Hollywood Foundation's Future is Bright Bursary Programme Applications for 2025 Are Now Open
We are excited to advise that the applications for the Hollywood Foundation’s 2025 Future is Bright Bursary Programme are now open.
These activities will commence today, 1 August 2024, and end on 15 September 2024.
For more details and information on the application process, please click the link: https://bit.ly/4flzUm9
The following fields are the company’s priority:
- Computer Science
- Finance / Accounting
- Digital Marketing / Marketing
- BSc Data Science / BSc Information Management
2025 HCI Foundation Bursary Application Open
The HCI bursary applications open on the 1st of August – 30th September 2024.
The bursaries are for Postgraduate Diploma, Honours and PGCE students and a limited number of first year refugee students.
Please see click here for bursary information and Frequently Asked Questions.
Transnet Bursary Opportunity
Applications for Engineering and Specialist Commercial bursaries are now open!
Eligible candidates are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity and apply. For more information visit Careers Transnet Bursary Scheme or contact our bursary office at bursaries@transnet.net or on 086 528 7236
Closing date: 15 September 2024
IDC External Bursary Application
The Industrial Development Corporation is inviting students to apply for the IDC External Bursary Program, for the 2025 academic year from the 1st of June 2024 and the closing date for applications is the 30th of September 2024. The IDC Bursary is open to unemployed eligible South African citizens with financial needs and excellent academic performance.
Applicants should be studying or intend to study full-time towards any fields of study listed on this sheet.
LAW STUDIES:
- BCom Law (Commercial Law)
- Bachelor of Law (LLB)
- Diploma in Law studies
- Postgraduate Diploma in Law
COMMERCE & MANAGEMENT SCIENCES:
- BCom Accounting (CA)
- Internal Audit
- Cost and Management Accounting
- Financial Management
- BCom Information Systems
- Information Technology
- Investment Management
- Quantitative Risk Management
- Transport & Logistics Management
- Supply Chain Management
- Quantitative Finance
- Economics
- Econometrics
- Business Management
- Financial Accounting or Engineering
ENGINEERING
- Industrial Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Electronic Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mining Engineering
- Metallurgy Engineering
- Civil/Construction Engineering
- Geology
- Quantity Surveying
APPLIED COMMERIAL SCIENCES:
- Biotechnology
- Environmental Science
- Physics
- Agricultural Studies
- Mathematics or Statistics
- Actuarial Science & Data Science
- Computer Science
- Analytical Chemistry
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Amazon Recruitment Bursary
Do you want to solve business challenges through innovative technology? Enjoy working on cutting-edge, scalable services technology?
Unlock Your Potential with Amazon’s Bursary Program for Aspiring Software Development Engineers
Eligibility Criteria:
- Field of Study: Undergraduate Degrees in fields related to Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or Information Systems. Specializations in Data Science, Machine Learning, or Artificial Intelligence are also eligible.
- Academic Achievement: Current students who are consistently obtaining an average of 65% and above.
- Education Completion: Candidates should plan to complete Tertiary education (up to Honours level or NQF level 8) by the end of 2026.
- Availability: Be available to start full-time permanent employment with Amazon in January 2027, contingent upon receiving a job offer after the internship assessment.
- South African Universities Only: The bursary is open to students from South African universities.
Apply Now and Take the First Step Towards a Bright Future with Amazon!
Closing date for 2025 bursaries: 15 September 2024
SANRAL Bursaries
The South African National Roads Agency (SANRAL) is a state-owned company responsible for the management, maintenance, and development of the national road network. SANRAL believes that education is the key to unlocking our country’s potential, and we’re committed to supporting deserving students on their academic journey.
Applications for 2025 open 1 June 2024 and close 30 September 2024
Click here for more information
Shoprite Group Bursary Opportunity
Our comprehensive bursary programme is now accepting applications for the 2024/2025 academic year.
Pursue your studies in Logistics and Supply Chain, Retail Business Management, Accounting, IT and more, with full tuition coverage, on-campus accommodation, and a monthly grocery allowance. In addition, most beneficiaries are offered employment upon graduation and receive on-the-job training to ensure a seamless transition into our business.
In the last financial year alone, we invested R14.9 million into our bursary programme, supporting 200 students. Apply now and be part of our legacy.
Applications close 30 September 2024. Click the link to learn more and apply: https://lnkd.in/dYvamAbT
Standard Bank Student Loan Offers
Set your dreams in motion with a Standard Bank Student Loan Without Surety
Standard Bank is offering students an opportunity to get a Student Loan Without Surety – meaning you do not require a guardian or parent to be able to take up this loan. We understand that it may be stressful looking for funding, and that is why you need a bank that backs you.
Minimum Criteria
- You must be a South African citizen.
- Your Gross Household Income must be less than R600 000 per annum.
- 3rd Year students and upwards within Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematic, Commerce, Health Sciences and 5th Year students in Medicine.
- Open to existing Standard Bank Transactional Account holders. You may apply for one using our digital and other banking channels if you don’t have one
- Study at one of our participating universities
How does it work?
- The loan maximum is R120 000 per annum, which can be used to cover tuition, accommodation, books and study equipment.
- There is no expectation of repayment on the loan while you are studying. However, you will be expected to start repaying the loan six months after completing your studies or as soon as you secure employment. Of course, it will be to your advantage to reduce your balance by making some payments while studying.
- Monthly interest and service fees will be charged from the loan’s inception and will be added to the outstanding balance.
- This loan can cover your existing university student debt up to R80 000 for each previous year that may be preventing you from completing your studies
- Competitive interest rates apply.