Eligibility Requirements
- Historically Disadvantaged Person, or from an underprivileged background under the Employment Equity Act
- Enrolled in Accounting, Agro-economics, Econometrics, or Engineering
- Entering final year of undergraduate study in 2027
- Studying at an accredited South African institution
- Minimum overall average of 70% in most recent examinations
Documents Needed
- Certified copy of your South African ID document
- Certified copy of your Matric certificate
- Full academic transcript showing your average is at least 70%
- Proof of registration for your final year of study
About Wilmar Bursary
Wilmar funds bursaries for South African students in their final year of study, covering Accounting, Agro-economics, Econometrics, and Engineering. The agribusiness group's South African operations process and refine edible oils at scale, and the bursary is designed to build local talent for that growing business.
Unlike bursaries that fund students from first year, Wilmar specifically targets final-year students - a deliberate choice that lets the company assess a candidate's full academic track record before committing funding, while still giving successful applicants real financial relief in the home stretch of their degree.
Funding Details
The bursary covers tuition fees, accommodation, prescribed books, and a living allowance for your final year of study. Selection is based on both financial need and academic potential, so meeting the minimum 70% average doesn't guarantee funding - final selection is at Wilmar's discretion.
Where You Can Study
You need to be studying at an accredited institution of higher learning in South Africa. Wilmar doesn't publish a narrow list of approved universities, so most accredited institutions offering the eligible fields should qualify.
About Wilmar
Wilmar is a Singapore-listed multinational agribusiness group and one of the largest producers of edible oils, fats, and related consumer products in Africa. In South Africa, the group operates through Wilmar Continental…
View full provider profile →Fields of Study & Who Can Apply
You need to be a Historically Disadvantaged Person, or from an underprivileged background as defined in the Employment Equity Act, and currently enrolled in one of the eligible fields, entering your final year of undergraduate study in 2027. You'll need a minimum overall average of 70% in your most recent examinations.
Because Wilmar funds only final-year students, this bursary works best as a late-stage top-up rather than funding for your whole degree - you'll need another way to cover your earlier years of study.
Application Procedure
Apply directly with the provider using the official application link below, before the closing date.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which fields does the Wilmar Bursary cover?
Accounting, Agro-economics, Econometrics, and Engineering.
Can first-year students apply?
No - Wilmar only funds students entering their final year of undergraduate study.
What average do I need?
A minimum overall average of 70% in your most recent examinations.
Does meeting the minimum average guarantee funding?
No - selection also considers financial need, and final selection is at Wilmar's discretion.
What does the bursary cover?
Tuition fees, accommodation, prescribed books, and a living allowance.
Is this open to all South African students?
It's aimed at Historically Disadvantaged Persons or those from underprivileged backgrounds, as defined in the Employment Equity Act.
How do I apply?
Online, filling in all required fields and uploading your supporting documents.
When do applications close?
19 August 2026.
