Key Facts
- Status
- Applications Open
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- Field of Study
- Study Level
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2027
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Eligibility Requirements
- South African citizen younger than 30
- Entering first year of undergraduate Economics study in 2027
- Provisional acceptance into a South African university
- Minimum 70% average in June Grade 12 examinations
- From a disadvantaged background, with demonstrated financial need
Documents Needed
- Certified copy of South African ID
- June Grade 12 examination results
- Proof of provisional university acceptance
- Proof of financial need
About Sarb Economics Bursary
The SARB Economics Bursary is a field-specific track of the South African Reserve Bank's External Bursary Scheme, focused specifically on Economics rather than the Bank's full list of supported scarce-skills fields.
Because SARB also runs a broader general External Bursary Scheme covering Accounting, Actuarial Science, Finance, IT, Law, and other fields (listed separately on this site), Economics applicants specifically should apply here rather than to the general scheme - both share the same core eligibility and closing date, so there's no advantage to submitting both.
Funding Details
The bursary covers tuition and related study costs for undergraduate Economics study.
Where You Can Study
Any South African university offering an Economics degree qualifies, provided you have provisional acceptance.
About South African Reserve Bank
The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) is the country's central bank, responsible for setting and implementing monetary policy, issuing currency, and safeguarding the stability of the broader financial system. Based in Pr…
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- 370 Helen Joseph Street, Pretoria, 0002
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- +27 12 313 3911
Fields of Study & Who Can Apply
You must be a South African citizen younger than 30, entering first year of undergraduate Economics study in 2027, with provisional acceptance into a South African university degree and at least 70% in your June Grade 12 examinations. You must come from a disadvantaged background and demonstrate financial need.
Application Procedure
Apply directly with the provider using the official application link below, before the closing date.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How is this different from the general SARB Bursary?
This track is specific to Economics, while SARB's general External Bursary Scheme covers a wider range of fields including Accounting, Actuarial Science, Finance, IT, and Law.
Should I apply to both?
No, both share the same closing date and core eligibility, so applying to just the one matching your field is sufficient.
Can second-year students apply?
No, it is restricted to students entering first year.
What promo code should I use?
Use the current year's official promo code from SARB's bursary notice - reusing an outdated code from a previous cycle is a common, avoidable rejection reason.
