Closing date: 30 September 2026
An Investec bursary is more than funding for your degree. Investec invests in well-rounded individuals, so graduates are academically qualified, work ready and socially conscious. The programme is administered by StudyTrust and offers full-cost bursaries to students in Grade 12 or their first year of tertiary study.
Who Can Apply
You can apply if you are a South African citizen who is currently in Grade 12 (or on a gap year after Grade 12) or in your first year of university. You must plan to study full-time towards an undergraduate degree at a select South African university. No bursaries are available for private tertiary institutions.
Fields of Study
Bursaries are offered for degrees relevant to the financial services sector:
- Commerce (Economics, Business Economics, Accounting, Investments and Finance)
- Actuarial Science (only first-year students already at university are considered, unless studying Business Science at UCT)
- Business Science
- B Com Informatics
- B Sc Computer Science
- B Sc Information Technology
- Bachelor of Information Technology
- Bachelor of Information Science
- Science and Mathematics
- Engineering
- Commercial LLB
- Medicine (MBChB)
Academic Requirements
Grade 12 applicants and those with a National Senior Certificate need at least 60% in all subjects. You also need a minimum of 70% in Mathematics (not Maths Literacy) and 70% in English First Additional Language or 65% in English Home Language.
First-year university students must have averaged above 60% in the first semester examination. Students in STEM degrees need at least 60% in each subject.
Selection is based on financial need and academic potential.
Documents You Need
Your application must be complete, and all supporting documents must be certified. Prepare the following:
- South African ID
- Mid-year results or a progress report (or your latest results if you are not studying this year)
- Official Matric or NSC results, if you have completed Grade 12
- Proof of household income, such as parent or guardian pay slips, financial statements for self-employed parents, or sworn affidavits if unemployed
- Death certificates, divorce certificates or a sworn statement from one parent, where applicable
Important Notes
State the exact degree programme, institution and year of study on your form. Changing your degree programme after you apply may lead to cancellation of the bursary if it is granted. Please also apply for admission to your chosen institution on time, as university deadlines differ.
Unsure which career to pursue? Investec’s CareerXplora platform offers personalised career guidance at www.careerxplora.com, or you can chat with facilitators on WhatsApp at 057 814 5978.
About StudyTrust
StudyTrust is a registered educational trust and public benefit organisation with more than 50 years of experience. It has awarded over 30 000 bursaries and scholarships, and provides mentoring and support to help students succeed.
Applications close on 30 September, so submit your completed application today.
Apply now on StudyTrust
The application window closes today. If you are still finalising documents, submit as early as you can.