Liberty Actuarial Bursary
Liberty Group Limited (administered in-house via the Liberty Careers portal)
The Liberty Actuarial Bursary funds South African Actuarial Science students from their second year of study onwards at recognised universities. As a major financial services provider in the Standard Bank Group, Liberty offers a full-cost bursary together with mentorship, vacation work and guaranteed employment after graduating.
- Amount
- Full-cost bursary (tuition + accommodation + meals + travel allowance where applicable)
- Deadline
- To be announced
- Renewable
- Yes
Eligible Fields of Study
Liberty Group Limited (administered in-house via the Liberty Careers portal) supports students in the following disciplines
Eligibility Requirements
- ✓ South African citizen (by birth or descent)
- ✓ Completed Matric
- ✓ Enrolled full-time toward an Actuarial Science degree at a recognised, accredited South African university
- ✓ Entering second year or higher of study in the relevant academic year
- ✓ Minimum 60% overall average
- ✓ Minimum 65% in Actuarial Science and Mathematics modules
- ✓ Demonstrated leadership qualities
- ✓ Participation in extracurricular activities (advantageous)
What's Included
- ✓ Tuition fees
- ✓ Accommodation
- ✓ Meals
- ✓ Travel allowance (where applicable)
- ✓ Mentorship and support during studies
- ✓ Networking opportunities
- ✓ Vacation work
- ✓ Guaranteed employment at Liberty after graduating
Work Commitment
Recipients are offered guaranteed employment at Liberty after graduating; a corresponding service commitment normally applies as set out in the bursary agreement.
How to Apply
Steps to complete your Liberty Group Limited (administered in-house via the Liberty Careers portal) bursary application
- 1
Visit the Liberty Careers portal at careers.liberty.co.za and register an account
- 2
Log in and search for the current Actuarial Bursary opening (intakes open mid-year)
- 3
Complete the online application form
- 4
Upload your supporting documents (ID, matric certificate and academic transcripts)
- 5
Submit your application before the closing date
- 6
Wait for shortlisting and attend an interview or assessment if invited
Required Documents
- 📄 Certified ID copy
- 📄 Matric certificate
- 📄 Full academic transcripts (latest university results)
- 📄 Proof of registration at a recognised South African university
- 📄 CV
- 📄 Motivational letter (where requested)
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who can apply for the Liberty Actuarial Bursary?
- South African citizens (by birth or descent) who have completed Matric and are enrolled full-time toward an Actuarial Science degree at a recognised South African university, entering their second year or higher. You need a minimum 60% overall average and at least 65% in your Actuarial Science and Mathematics modules.
- When is the Liberty Actuarial Bursary deadline?
- Applications for the 2026 academic year closed on 30 August 2025. The bursary runs on a recurring annual basis, so the next intake (for 2027) is expected to open mid-2026 via the Liberty Careers portal.
- Does the Liberty bursary lead to a job?
- Yes. The bursary includes vacation work during your studies and guaranteed employment at Liberty after you graduate, along with mentorship and networking opportunities throughout your degree.
- How do I apply for the Liberty Actuarial Bursary?
- Applications are made online through the Liberty Careers portal at careers.liberty.co.za. You must register an account, log in and complete the application for the current Actuarial Bursary opening, attaching your ID, matric certificate and academic transcripts.
When do 2027 applications open?
Liberty Group Limited (administered in-house via the Liberty Careers portal) has not yet announced dates for the 2027 intake.
The last recorded window closed on 30 August 2025. Treat that as a guide to timing only — confirm the 2027 dates with Liberty Group Limited (administered in-house via the Liberty Careers portal) before you rely on them.
Check Liberty Group Limited (administered in-house via the Liberty Careers portal)'s official siteNeed help? Contact Liberty Group Limited (administered in-house via the Liberty Careers portal):
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0860 456 789 / 011 408 4871
Information verified 2025-08-30. Always confirm details on the funder's official website before applying.
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