Standard Bank: Bursaries 2025
Standard Bank: Bursaries 2025
Standard Bank is calling South African students to apply for the Bursary Programme for 2025. This prestigious programme is designed to support academic excellence and nurture the next generation of African leaders. It offers financial assistance to both undergraduate and postgraduate students in a variety of fields, making it an invaluable opportunity for those pursuing higher education.
Bursary Details
- Company Name: Standard Bank
- Bursary Title: Standard Bank Bursary Programme 2025
- Location: South Africa (applicable for various universities across the country)
- Application Closing Date: 30 September 2024
Bursary Description
The Standard Bank Group Bursary Programme aims to empower talented students by providing full financial support for their tertiary education. The programme is open to both undergraduate and postgraduate students who demonstrate academic excellence and financial need. By offering bursaries in fields critical to Africa’s development, Standard Bank is committed to fostering a generation of leaders capable of driving progress on the continent.
Requirements
Applicants must be well-rounded individuals with a strong academic record in one of the funded fields of study. To be eligible, candidates should have achieved an average of 65% or above in their most recent examinations and be registered for full-time studies. Additionally, applicants will undergo a formal assessment process, which includes psychometric evaluations and interviews. Financial need will also be considered when evaluating applications.
Fields of Study
The bursary is available for undergraduate and postgraduate studies in the following fields:
- Agriculture
- Commerce
- Engineering
- Mathematics
- Sciences (Actuarial, Analytics, Business, Computer, Data, Information)
- Statistics
- Technology (Financial, Information)
- Behavioural Economics (Economics, Behavioural Finance, Sociology, Psychology, Neuroscience)
Bursary Coverage
The Standard Bank Group Bursary is a full-cost bursary, covering:
- University fees
- Accommodation in university residences or private accommodation (subject to limits)
- Meals (university-provided or self-catering)
- Books and other study materials
- A laptop computer
- A monthly stipend for living expenses
- Transport between home and campus four times a year (equivalent to a bus ticket)
Note: Bursary recipients may be required to work for Standard Bank upon graduation if offered a position.
Required Documents
To apply for the Standard Bank Bursary, the following documents are required:
- Certified copy of ID
- Proof of all academic results to date (Grade 12 certificate and full tertiary academic record)
- Proof of combined household income
How to Apply
Follow these steps to apply for the Standard Bank Bursary Programme 2025:
- Gather your documents: Ensure you have all the required documents, certified and ready for upload.
- Visit the Standard Bank bursary application portal: Go to the official Standard Bank bursary application page.
- Complete the online application form: Fill in all necessary personal and academic details.
- Upload your documents: Submit your certified ID copy, academic records, and proof of household income.
- Submit your application: Double-check all details and submit your application before the closing date.
Click here to apply online for the Standard Bank Bursary Programme 2025. Ensure that your application is complete and submitted by 30 September 2024.
