Old Mutual Accounting Bursary
Offered by Old Mutual Accounting
Closed Usually closes around June
The Old Mutual Accounting Bursary funds chartered accountancy (CA stream) students at selected universities who have no prior post-Matric qualification. It covers tuition, materials, meals, residence and return flights home, with vacation work.
Fields of study
- Nelson Mandela University
- North-West University
- Rhodes University
- Stellenbosch University
- University of Cape Town
- University of Fort Hare
- University of Johannesburg
- University of Kwa-Zulu Natal
- University of Pretoria
- University of South Africa
- University of the Free State
- University of the Western Cape
- University of the Witwatersrand
- Milpark Business School
Who can apply
- Be a South African citizen
- Be currently in Matric OR have completed Matric
- Not have completed any post-Matric qualifications
- Be studying or intend on studying towards an undergraduate Accounting Science (Chartered Accounting Stream) qualification
- Be studying or have applied to study at one of the following tertiary institutes: University of Cape Town, University of Stellenbosch, University of the Western Cape, University of Johannesburg, University of Pretoria, University of the Witwatersrand, University of Free State, University of Fort Hare, University of KwaZulu-Natal, University of South Africa (UNISA), Rhodes University, North West University, Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University, Milpark Business School
- Have achieved a minimum result of 70% for Mathematics (not Mathematics Literacy) in Matric
- Have achieved a minimum result of 60% for English HL or 70% for English FAL in Matric
- Have achieved a minimum result of 70% for all other subjects in Matric
- Be committed to enter the Old Mutual Chartered Accounting Training (OMCAT) Programme and work for the company after graduation
- Preference will be given to students from under-represented designated groups, including candidates with disabilities
- Preference will be given to students from previously disadvantaged background or those who demonstrate financial need
What the bursary covers
- Tuition
- Study materials
- Meals
- Accommodation in residence
- Return flights home (if studying outside of your hometown)
- Vacation work at the company may be required during university holidays.
Documents you will need
- ID document (certified copy)
- Matric latest results, if currently in Matric
- Matric certificate, if completed Matric
- Proof of acceptance or conditional acceptance at University, if applicable
- Full academic transcript, if currently studying
- NBT statement, if applicable
- Completed Bursary Motivation Form (.pdf)
- Curriculum Vitae (1 page)
How to apply
- Check the requirements
Make sure you meet every requirement listed above. Applications that miss one are usually rejected automatically.
- Prepare your documents
Scan clear copies of everything the provider asks for, certified where required.
- Apply through the official channel
Applicants will be required to Create an Account before they can Login and apply.
- Submit before the closing date
Usually closes around June. Late applications are almost never accepted.
Applications for the current cycle have closed. This bursary usually opens again each year, so prepare your documents now and check back.
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- Email [email protected]
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About Old Mutual Accounting
Old Mutual, founded in Cape Town in 1845, is one of Southern Africa's largest financial services groups.
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