SAICA Thuthuka Bursary

Fields of study

• University of Johannesburg (UJ): Bachelor of Accounting (Course code BCA012)
• University of Pretoria (UP): Accounting Sciences (Course code 07130044)
• University of Witwatersrand (WITS): B Acc Science (Course Code CB008)
• University of Free State (UFS – Bloemfontein Campus): Bachelor of Accounting (Course code BC636060) / PGCA (Course code BC656060)
• University of Fort Hare (UFH): B Com Accounting (Course Code 60001)
• University of Cape Town (UCT): B Com (Course Code CB024) / PGDA (Course Code CG010ACC01)
• University of Western Cape (UWC): (Course Code 1021 or 1753)
• Stellenbosch University (SU): B Com Accounting/ B Rek (Course code 3091001)
• Rhodes University (RU): Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting)
• Nelson Mandela University (NMU): B Com Accounting (Course code 40103)
• North West University (NWU – Potch Campus): B Com CA (Course code 5DAH01-E302)
• University of Kwa-Zulu Natal (UKZN – Westville Campus): Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting (code BCOM-C)
• University of Limpopo (UL) – CTA only: PGDA [Post Graduate Diploma in Accountancy]

What the bursary covers

• Tuition
• Books
• Meals
• Residence fees
• Accommodation

Documents you will need

• ID document (certified copy)
• Grade 11 final results (certified copy)
• Matric latest results, if currently in Matric (certified copy)
• Matric final results, if completed Matric (certified copy)
• Proof of University provisional acceptance/ registration, if currently in Matric (on University letterhead)
• Full University academic record, if currently studying (on University letterhead)
• Parents or guardians ID documents (certified copies)
• Parents or guardians proof of income (latest payslips if employed, affidavit if unemployed) (certified copies)
• ID documents or birth certificates of other dependents in your family income (certified copies)
• Signed Thuthuka Consent Form (.pdf)

Full bursary documents checklist

How to apply

1. Check the requirements

   Make sure you meet every requirement listed above. Applications that miss one are usually rejected automatically.

2. Prepare your documents

   Scan clear copies of everything the provider asks for, certified where required.

3. Apply through the official channel
   SAICA Thuthuka Bursary Application 2027

   Applications must be submitted online at: SAICA Thuthuka Bursary Application 2027

4. Submit before the closing date

   Usually closes around August. 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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Contact the bursary provider

• Email [email protected]
• Phone 011 621 6600

Contact the provider only with questions about this bursary. StudentBursaries.co.za does not process applications.

About SAICA Thuthuka

The South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA) is the country's leading accountancy body, with roots going back to 1894.