Investec Tertiary Bursary Programme
Investec (administered by StudyTrust)
The Investec Tertiary Bursary covers full study costs for high-performing South African students pursuing degrees in commerce, business science, engineering, computer science, IT, commercial LLB or medicine at recognised public universities.
- Amount
- Full-cost bursary (tuition + residence + meals + laptop + stipend)
- Deadline
- Closed 30 September 2026
- Duration
- Full degree duration (renewable subject to performance)
- Renewable
- Yes
Eligible Fields of Study
Investec (administered by StudyTrust) supports students in the following disciplines
Eligibility Requirements
- ✓ South African citizen
- ✓ Demonstrate financial need
- ✓ Strong academic potential
- ✓ Studying or intending to study full-time at a recognised South African university
- ✓ Grade 12 applicants: at least 60% in all subjects
- ✓ Minimum 70% in Mathematics (not Maths Literacy)
- ✓ Minimum 70% in English FAL or 65% in English HL
- ✓ Studying toward one of the listed eligible qualifications
What's Included
- ✓ Full tuition fees
- ✓ Accommodation
- ✓ Meal allowance
- ✓ Laptop and prescribed textbooks
- ✓ Monthly stipend
- ✓ Mentorship and career development support
- ✓ Consideration for Investec graduate programmes after qualifying
How to Apply
Steps to complete your Investec (administered by StudyTrust) bursary application
- 1
Watch for the next application season on the Investec or StudyTrust portal (StudyTrust's season normally runs 1 June to 30 September)
- 2
Register and complete the online tertiary bursary application
- 3
Upload supporting documents
- 4
Complete pre-screening assessment if required
- 5
Attend interview if shortlisted
- 6
Final selection by Investec
Required Documents
- 📄 Certified ID copy
- 📄 Most recent academic results (Grade 11 or matric, or tertiary transcripts)
- 📄 Proof of acceptance or registration at a recognised South African university
- 📄 Proof of household income
- 📄 Motivational letter
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who can apply for the Investec tertiary bursary?
- South African citizens with strong academic potential and financial need, studying full-time at a recognised South African university toward a degree in commerce, business science, engineering, computer science, IT, commercial LLB or medicine.
- What academic results does Investec require?
- Grade 12 applicants need at least 60% in all subjects, 70% in Mathematics (not Maths Literacy), and 70% in English FAL or 65% in English HL.
- When do Investec bursary applications open?
- Tertiary bursary applications typically open in May each year. Check the Investec bursaries website for the exact dates of the current cycle.
- Does the Investec bursary cover medicine?
- Yes - students studying toward an MBChB (medicine) qualification are eligible for the Investec tertiary bursary.
2027 applications have closed
The 2027 application window closed on 30 September 2026.
StudyTrust, which administers Investec's tertiary (CSI) bursary, listed it as 'Now closed for 2027' on 12 October 2026. StudyTrust's application season runs from 1 June to 30 September each year, for funding the following academic year.
Still need funding for 2027? See bursaries that are still open.
Check Investec (administered by StudyTrust)'s official siteInformation verified 2026-10-12. Always confirm details on the funder's official website before applying.
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