Exness Fintech Scholarship

Fields of study

Scholarships will be awarded for Masters degree studies at UCT, within any of the following fields

• Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• Computer Engineering
• Computer Science
• Data Science
• Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT)
• Financial Engineering
• Machine Learning
• Mathematics

Who can apply

• Preference will be given to South African citizens, however, international students may also apply
• Have been accepted to study at University of Cape Town (UCT) in 2026
• Have been accepted to study towards a Masters degree, in one of the Computer Science or Mathematics qualifications listed above
• Have achieved a minimum overall average of 70%
• Have a gross family income of NOT more than R350 000 per annum (to qualify for 100% scholarship) OR you must have a gross family income of between R350 001 and R800 000 per annum (to qualify for 75% scholarship)
• Be hardworking and dedicated

What the bursary covers

• Full tuition fees
• It will also provide full or partial cover for living expenses
• Depending on the financial need of the student

Documents you will need

• Academic transcripts
• UCT acceptance letter
• Motivational letter to support your application and stating your household income (read our tips on how to write a motivational letter for your bursary application)

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
   Email [email protected]Email [email protected]

   Students who meet the above criteria, may apply via email to: [email protected] (Insert the words “Exness Fintech Scholarship in South Africa” in the email subject line).

   Note: there is no application form to be completed for this bursary application – students need only submit the list of documents below to apply.

4. Submit before the closing date

   Usually closes around March. 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]

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

About Exness Fintech

Exness is a global multi-asset online broker. It funds fintech postgraduate study through a partnership with the University of Cape Town.