Tertiary Bursary Programme

Investec, in partnership with StudyTrust, provides the funding necessary to see young South Africans with academic potential get to university. With our assistance, they are able to study towards financial sector-related degrees at various local universities.

Applications for 2025 are now closed

Bridging the gap between studies and work

An Investec bursary is so much more than funding for your degree. We are highly invested in developing well-rounded individuals so that our graduates are not only qualified but work ready too. We assist you with the job search and our programme is designed to help you navigate the jump from high school to university.

An opportunity of a lifetime

From the moment you are accepted into the Investec bursary programme, you are given the chance to rewrite your future. With a good education, nothing is impossible and you are given an opportunity to become the very best version of yourself.

Tertiary Bursary FAQs

Who can apply?

Applications are open to: All young SA citizens with academic potential who are in need of financial assistance.

Pupils holding or working towards a matric exemption with a minimum of 70% in English and Mathematics (not Maths Literacy) and a 60% pass rate in all other subjects.
What do successful candidates get?

Investec offers a full bursary per year towards study-related expenses. Terms and Conditions apply.
Why apply for an Investec bursary?

We have a vested interest in developing well rounded individuals and in ensuring graduates are employable. While a bursary provides financial assistance, our programmes help with the transition from high school to tertiary and with the challenges associated with the job search.
What is Study Trust?

Study Trust is an educational trust and public benefit organization who manage bursaries, offer mentorship and student development.

Investec works in partnership with Study Trust and by completing the online application, you will be considered for an Investec bursary and also have the opportunity to get access to other bursaries managed by Study Trust.

Tertiary bursary programme: Refilwe Mathamelo

Refilwe Mathamelo, tertiary bursary beneficiary

The mentorship programme assisted in grooming the determined, passionate, courageous individual that I now am.

A bursary in the right hands is worth more than gold

Armed with a bursary and a determination to make his mother proud, Abonga Ngada left Khayelitsha to study Electrical Engineering at UCT. He's now working at Investec Sandton, as an IT developer.

A bursary in the right hands is worth more than gold

Armed with a bursary and a determination to make his mother proud, Abonga Ngada left Khayelitsha to study Electrical Engineering at UCT. He's now working at Investec Sandton, as an IT developer.

Out of thousands of applicants every year, between 50 and 55 are shortlisted. From those, up to 30 can be chosen for the bursary.

Get in touch

Find out more about our Tertiary Bursary Programme

Email us

Zikisa.Mbaza@investec.com

University Bursary Programme Participants

Rhodes University

University of the Free State

Rhodes University

Investec has partnered with the Commerce Extended Studies Programme (CESP) at Rhodes University that offers students, who marginally missed the University entry requirements but have academic potential, the opportunity to complete a BCom degree over four years one year longer than required.

For more information, please contact Thembiso.Kodisang@investec.co.za

University of the Free State

Learners wishing to pursue courses in either the Economic and Management Sciences, Human and Social Sciences and Natural and Agricultural sciences faculties that fail to meet admission requirements, still have opportunities through the University Preparation Programme (UPP).

Learners on the programme can enroll for two university, credit-bearing first year courses, two further education and training courses, a compulsory course in skills and competencies in lifelong learning and a compulsory academic language course.

This bridging programme is currently offered in Bloemfontein, Bethlehem, Welkom, Sasolburg, Phuthaditjhaba, Kimberley and Oudtshoorn.

For more information, please contact Thembiso.Kodisang@investec.co.za

Teacher development

Bursaries for teachers in training

SAMSTIP, a partnership between Investec, ISASA and the Department of Basic Education, are offering prospective Senior and Further Education and Training (FET) teachers specialising in the fields of Mathematics and the Sciences an opportunity to win bursaries to study for a four year Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) degree or a one year postgraduate (PGCE) certificate at UNISA.

What is included

Learn from and be mentored by experienced school teachers
Access to excellent teaching, learning resources and technology
Training in ISASA schools
Targeted academic enrichment programme
The bursary will fully cover, amongst others, UNISA fees and textbooks.

Who can apply?

School leavers with matric exemption (Bachelor pass) and 60% or more in Mathematics, Sciences (Life Science or Physical Sciences) and English
Tertiary students with Mathematics and Sciences (Life Science or Physical Sciences) credits
Graduates with Mathematics and/or Science majors.

Work Readiness Programme

Work Readiness is a week-long programme held at Investec's Sandton Office, where students participate in activities and tasks geared towards equipping them with the skills they'll require when searching for a job, and to thrive in the world of work.

Work Readiness is open to Investec CSI partner programmes and CSI bursary beneficiaries who are in their third or final year of study.

Work Readiness is a week-long programme held at Investec's Sandton Office, where students participate in activities and tasks geared towards equipping them with the skills they'll require when searching for a job, and to thrive in the world of work.

Tertiary Bursary Programme

Investec, in partnership with StudyTrust, provides the funding necessary to see young South Africans with academic potential get to university. With our assistance, they are able to study towards financial sector-related degrees at various local universities.

Tertiary Bursary FAQs

A bursary in the right hands is worth more than gold

Armed with a bursary and a determination to make his mother proud, Abonga Ngada left Khayelitsha to study Electrical Engineering at UCT. He's now working at Investec Sandton, as an IT developer.

A bursary in the right hands is worth more than gold

Armed with a bursary and a determination to make his mother proud, Abonga Ngada left Khayelitsha to study Electrical Engineering at UCT. He's now working at Investec Sandton, as an IT developer.

Out of thousands of applicants every year, between 50 and 55 are shortlisted. From those, up to 30 can be chosen for the bursary.

University Bursary Programme Participants

Rhodes University

University of the Free State

University of the Free State

Work Readiness Programme

Work Readiness is a week-long programme held at Investec's Sandton Office, where students participate in activities and tasks geared towards equipping them with the skills they'll require when searching for a job, and to thrive in the world of work.

Work Readiness is open to Investec CSI partner programmes and CSI bursary beneficiaries who are in their third or final year of study.

Work Readiness is a week-long programme held at Investec's Sandton Office, where students participate in activities and tasks geared towards equipping them with the skills they'll require when searching for a job, and to thrive in the world of work.

Work Readiness is open to Investec CSI partner programmes and CSI bursary beneficiaries who are in their third or final year of study.

Mentorship

Investec bursary recipients are paired with Investec staff members who volunteer to be their mentor throughout their academic career.

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