The Investec Bursary South Africa 2027 is now open for applications. If you are a South African citizen currently in Grade 12 or in your first year of tertiary study, and you are pursuing a full-time undergraduate degree in a field relevant to the financial services sector, this opportunity could help you achieve your academic goals. Investec is an international banking and wealth management company founded in South Africa, providing private banking, investment, lending, and asset management services to individuals and businesses. In this article, we will explain everything you need to know about the Investec Bursary South Africa 2027: who qualifies, what fields are covered, what academic requirements are needed, and how to apply before the closing date.
About the Investec Bursary Programme
Investec is an international banking and wealth management company founded in South Africa. It provides private banking, investment, lending, and asset management services to individuals and businesses.
An Investec bursary is so much more than just funding for your degree. Investec is highly invested in developing well-rounded individuals so that graduates are not only academically qualified but work ready, socially conscious economic participants who live in society and not off it.
The Investec Bursary South Africa 2027 offers full-cost bursaries to students who are currently in Grade 12 or their first year of tertiary study, aiming to study full-time towards an undergraduate degree in fields relevant to the financial services sector. Through the bursary programme, Investec aims to create well-rounded individuals who are academically qualified, work ready, socially conscious, and positively contribute to society.
Organisation: Investec • Founded: South Africa • Sector: Banking and wealth management • Bursary type: Full-cost • Academic Year: 2027
What Fields of Study Are Covered?
The Investec Bursary South Africa 2027 will be awarded for undergraduate studies within fields that are relevant to the financial services sector, including:
- Actuarial Science
- Business Science
- Commerce (including: Accounting, Business Economics, Economics, Finance, Investments)
- Commercial LLB
- Computer Science (BSc)
- Engineering
- Informatics (BCom)
- Information Science (Bachelor of)
- Information Technology (BSc / Bachelor of)
- Mathematics
- Medicine Degrees (MBCHB)
- Science
What Expenses Does the Bursary Cover?
The Investec Bursary South Africa 2027 provides full cover for all study-related expenses.
Eligibility Requirements for the Investec Bursary South Africa 2027
Before you apply for the Investec Bursary South Africa 2027, check that you meet all the requirements below. If you miss any requirement, your application will not be considered.
- You must be a South African citizen
- You must have completed Matric or be currently in Matric
- You must be intending on studying or be in your 1st year of full-time study towards an undergraduate degree in one of the fields listed above
- You must be studying or intend on studying at a recognised and accredited public university in South Africa (the bursary does not cover studies at private tertiary institutions)
- You must have achieved a minimum result of 70% for Mathematics (not Mathematics Literacy) in Matric
- You must have achieved a minimum result of 70% for English FAL or 65% for English HL in Matric
- You must have achieved a minimum result of 60% for all other subjects in Matric
- You must have achieved a minimum overall average of 60% for your first semester examination, if currently studying at university
Actuarial Science applicants: You must be in your first year of study (unless you are studying towards a Business Science degree at UCT).
Additional Academic Requirements for First-Year Applicants
For the Investec Bursary South Africa 2027, applicants currently in their first year must have averaged above 60% in the first semester examination. Additionally, applicants in STEM degrees must have obtained a minimum of 60% in each subject in the first semester examination.
Required Documents
Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your online application for the Investec Bursary South Africa 2027. Documents uploaded with the application must be certified.
- South African ID
- This year’s mid-year (first semester results or a progress report or your latest results if you are not studying this year)
- Official Matric/NSC results if you have completed Grade 12
- Pay slips for your parent(s)/guardian if employed (or letter from employer and sworn statement or tax return statement stating income)
- Latest financial statements if your parent/guardian is self-employed
- Sworn affidavits if your parent(s)/guardian is/are unemployed
- Death certificates if your parent(s) is/are deceased
- Divorce certificate if your parents are divorced
- Sworn statement from one parent if your parents are separated
Important Information
- Only applications from South African citizens will be considered
- Applicants currently in Grade 12 and applicants already in possession of a National Senior Certificate should have obtained at least 60% in all their subjects with a minimum of 70% in Mathematics (not Maths Literacy) and 70% in English FAL or 65% in English HL
- Applicants currently in their first year must have averaged above 60% in the first semester examination, and applicants in STEM degrees must have obtained a minimum of 60% in each subject in the first semester examination
- Please apply timeously for admission to the educational institution of your choice. Consult the websites of the universities for application deadlines
- When completing the application form, please clearly specify the exact degree programme for which you need a bursary, the name of the educational institution where you plan to study, and the year of study
- Bursaries will only be offered to applicants who are currently in Grade 12 (or taking a gap year after Gr 12) or in their first year of university
- Changing your degree programme after submitting your application form may lead to a cancellation of the bursary, if granted
- No bursaries are available for private tertiary institutions
- Bursaries will be awarded based on 2 main criteria: financial need and academic potential
How to Apply for the Investec Bursary South Africa 2027
Follow these steps to submit your application for the Investec Bursary South Africa 2027. The application process is managed through StudyTrust.
Step 1: Read the Instructions
Before making an application, applicants must read the StudyTrust bursary instructions page.
Step 2: Check Your Eligibility
Make sure you meet all the eligibility requirements listed above, including being a South African citizen in Grade 12 or first year, meeting the minimum subject requirements (70% for Mathematics, 70% for English FAL or 65% for English HL, 60% for all other subjects), and having a 60% average if currently in first year.
Step 3: Prepare Your Documents
Gather all the required documents listed above, ensuring they are certified copies. This includes your ID, academic results, and proof of household income or relevant affidavits.
Step 4: Complete the Online Application
Click the button below to go to the official Investec bursary application portal. Fill in all required fields carefully and upload your documents.
Direct application link: Applications are submitted online via the StudyTrust portal. Please visit the StudyTrust website for the specific application link.
Step 5: Submit Before the Deadline
⏰ Closing Date for the Investec Bursary South Africa 2027: 30 September 2026. Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted. Please apply before the closing date to ensure your application is considered.
Contact Information
If you have any queries related to the Investec Bursary South Africa 2027, please contact StudyTrust:
- Telephone: 011 403 1632
- Email: apply@StudyTrust.org.za
Investec Bursary South Africa 2027 – Quick Summary
- Organisation: Investec
- Bursary Name: Investec CSI Bursary Programme
- Academic Year: 2027
- Who can apply: South African citizens in Grade 12 or first year of tertiary study
- Study level: Undergraduate full-time degree
- Institution type: Public university only (no private institutions)
- Minimum Matric requirements: 70% for Mathematics, 70% for English FAL or 65% for English HL, 60% for all other subjects
- Minimum tertiary requirement: 60% overall average in first semester (STEM students need 60% in each subject)
- Fields of study: Actuarial Science, Business Science, Commerce, Commercial LLB, Computer Science, Engineering, Informatics, Information Science, Information Technology, Mathematics, Medicine, Science
- What is covered: Full cover for all study-related expenses
- Selection criteria: Financial need and academic potential
- Application method: Online via StudyTrust portal
- Closing date: 30 September 2026
Frequently Asked Questions About the Investec Bursary South Africa 2027
1. Can I apply if I have Maths Literacy?
No. The Investec Bursary South Africa 2027 requires a minimum result of 70% for Mathematics (not Mathematics Literacy) in Matric. Maths Literacy is not accepted.
2. Can I apply if I am in my second or third year of study?
No. The Investec Bursary South Africa 2027 is only offered to applicants who are currently in Grade 12 (or taking a gap year after Gr 12) or in their first year of university. Second and third-year students are not eligible.
3. Can I apply if I want to study at a private tertiary institution?
No. The Investec Bursary South Africa 2027 does not cover studies at private tertiary institutions. You must study at a recognised and accredited public university in South Africa.
4. What happens if I change my degree programme after applying?
Changing your degree programme after submitting your application form may lead to a cancellation of the bursary, if granted. You should clearly specify the exact degree programme you need funding for.
5. What are the English language requirements?
The Investec Bursary South Africa 2027 requires a minimum result of 70% for English First Additional Language (FAL) or 65% for English Home Language (HL) in Matric.
6. What is required for Actuarial Science applicants?
For the Investec Bursary South Africa 2027, Actuarial Science applicants must be in their first year of study, unless they are studying towards a Business Science degree at UCT.
7. What are the STEM subject requirements for first-year students?
For the Investec Bursary South Africa 2027, applicants in STEM degrees must have obtained a minimum of 60% in each subject in the first semester examination, in addition to the overall average of 60%.
8. Where can I find more banking and finance bursaries?
Visit EduFunds banking bursaries page or finance bursaries section for more funding opportunities.
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