The Standard Bank Group Bursary Programme is designed to promote academic excellence and shape the next generation of African talent and African leaders.
The Standard Bank Group bursary considers undergraduate and postgraduate studies in the fields of Agriculture, Commerce, Engineering, Mathematics, Science (Actuarial, Analytics, Business, Computer, Data, Information), Statistics, Technology (Financial, Information) and the disciplines in the emerging field of Behavioural Economics (Economics, Behavioural Finance, Sociology, Psychology, Neuroscience).
The Standard Bank Group Bursary is available if you require funding for your first, second, third and final year of undergraduate studies – as well as if you want to pursue your postgraduate studies up to Master’s level.
To apply, you must:
UNDERGRADUATE
- Students on track to successfully complete their 1st year and require funding from their 2nd year of studies onwards in one of the above mentioned qualifications
- Applicants must have achieved an average of 65% and above in the latest examinations.
- Applicants must be registered for full-time undergraduate studies.
- Financial need is considered in applications.
POSTGRADUATE
- Applicants must have achieved an average of 65% and above in the latest examinations in one of the above mentioned qualifications
- Applicants must register for full-time postgraduate studies at a public South African institution of higher learning
- Financial need is considered in applications.
Applicants will be required to participate in a formal assessment process including but not limited to Psychometric evaluation and an interview.
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Post-Matric Options
We helped you with past papers for your matric exams, so hopefully you are happy with your Matric results. So now you are faced with a lot of post-matric options that can shape your future paths. You might want to study law, teaching, or nursing. Of course studying is expensive so we have helpful advice about student loans, NSFAS bursaries, Fundi loans, ISFAP, and lots of other funding options.
These options range from pursuing higher education at universities , TVET Colleges or private colleges, finding student accommodation, entering vocational training programs (like Learnerships and internships), joining the workforce, or even starting your own business. There are so many choices but we are here to help.
Where to Study
SACAP refers to the South African College of Applied Psychology.
Too often, those in crisis can’t access the help they need. SACAP's person-centered educational philosophy develops the skills you need to effect positive change where it’s needed most. SACAP’s work-integrated learning offering is where your training really comes to life so submit your SACAP online application now.
Other Opportunities
Clover has an exciting opportunity for unemployed young people to join their YES Learnership progamme based in the distrubution department - where you will gain work experience and formal learning.
The CSIR Bursary Programme 2027 is now open for applications from students who will be studying science, engineering and technology subjects. The bursary offers full-cost financial support.
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