Key Facts
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- Field of Study
Eligibility Requirements
- South African citizen
- Aged between 16 and 25
- Not already funded by another bursary at the time of application
- Registered, or accepted, for a course Absa supports
- Strong academic results and a good disciplinary record
- Demonstrated financial need
Documents Needed
- Certified copy of your South African ID document
- Certified copy of your Matric certificate or latest academic results
- Certified copy of your most recent academic transcript
- Proof of registration or acceptance at a public university
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Proof of household income, for the financial need assessment
- Confirmation that you are not already funded by another bursary
About Absa Bank Bursary
Absa funds full-time study for South African students in fields the bank depends on most, including Accounting, Actuarial Science, Data Science, Engineering, Computer Science, and Finance. The bank runs this bursary to build a talent pool for its own graduate roles.
Absa treats bursars as future employees from day one. Because of this, the bank invests in more than tuition, pairing students with mentors and giving them exposure to real banking work long before they graduate.
Funding Details
Successful applicants receive support for tuition, prescribed textbooks, and accommodation or a housing allowance. Many recipients also get a monthly living allowance and, in some cases, a laptop to support their studies.
Beyond the money, Absa pairs students with mentors and offers vacation work during university breaks. This gives bursars real workplace exposure long before they graduate, which often smooths the transition into a graduate role afterward.
Where You Can Study
Absa expects bursars to study full time at a public university in South Africa. The bank does not publish a fixed list of approved institutions, so most accredited public universities offering Absa's supported fields should qualify.
Before you apply, confirm that your course is one Absa actively supports, since funding priorities can shift between application cycles.
About Absa
Absa is one of South Africa's largest financial services groups, offering retail banking, business banking, insurance, and investment services across the country and the wider African continent. Like most major banks, Ab…
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- Absa Towers West, 15 Troye Street, Johannesburg, 2001
- Phone
- 0860 008 600
- absa@absa.co.za
Fields of Study & Who Can Apply
The programme focuses on fields that feed directly into Absa's core business, particularly Accounting, Actuarial Science, Data Science, Engineering, Computer Science, and Finance. If your intended degree falls outside these areas, Absa is unlikely to fund it, however strong your academic record.
Applicants need strong academic results and, for most funded degrees, solid Mathematics marks. Absa also expects a good disciplinary record and clear proof that you are not already funded elsewhere.
Application Procedure
Apply directly with the provider using the official application link below, before the closing date.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What fields does the Absa Bursary cover?
Accounting, Actuarial Science, Data Science, Engineering, Computer Science, and Finance - fields that feed directly into Absa's core banking business.
What's the age range?
Between 16 and 25 years old.
Can I apply if I already have another bursary?
No - you must not already be funded by another bursary at the time of application.
What does the bursary cover?
Tuition, prescribed textbooks, and accommodation or a housing allowance. Many recipients also get a monthly living allowance and, in some cases, a laptop.
Do I need to show financial need?
Yes - demonstrated financial need is a stated eligibility requirement, alongside strong academic results and a good disciplinary record.
Will I need to work for Absa after graduating?
Absa treats bursars as future employees from day one, pairing them with mentors and vacation work that eases the move into a graduate role - confirm any specific work-back terms in your offer letter.
Which universities qualify?
Absa expects full-time study at a public university in South Africa. There's no fixed list of approved institutions, so confirm your course is one Absa actively supports before applying.
How do I apply?
Apply through the Absa bursary application page on Feenix (linked above).
