Absa Bursary Programme 2027

Absa Group invites qualifying South African students to apply for the Absa Bursary Programme for the 2027 academic year.

Bursary Application Closing Date: 30 August 2026

Bursary Location: Recognised South African public universities

Absa Group is offering bursary funding to academically strong South African students who demonstrate financial need and are studying or planning to study in fields aligned with banking, financial services, technology and data-driven careers.

The bursary is aimed at helping students complete full-time studies at recognised South African public universities.

Bursary Programme Overview

Organisation: Absa Group Limited
Programme: Absa Bursary Programme 2027
Academic Year: 2027
Study Mode: Full-time
Institution: Recognised South African public university
Citizenship: South African
Financial Need: Required
Closing Date: 30 August 2026
Application Method: Online

Fields of Study

The supplied information lists bursary opportunities in fields including:

• Accounting.
• Financial Management.
• Economics.
• Business Science.
• Actuarial Science.
• Statistics.
• Data Science.
• Information Technology.
• Computer Science.
• Software Engineering.
• Cybersecurity.
• Risk Management.
• Mathematics.
• Selected Engineering disciplines.

Applicants should check the live Absa application platform to confirm whether their exact qualification is included.

What the Absa Bursary Covers

The supplied information states that the bursary may provide support for:

• Full tuition fees.
• Prescribed textbooks.
• Study materials.
• Accommodation or a residence allowance.
• Meals or a living allowance.
• Laptop or technology support in some cases.
• Mentorship.
• Career-development support.
• Vacation work opportunities.
• Access to graduate-development pathways.

Applicants should rely on the final bursary award or agreement for the exact funding package offered to them.

Who Can Apply?

Applicants should:

• Be South African citizens.
• Have a valid South African ID.
• Be registered or planning to register for full-time study.
• Study at a recognised South African public university.
• Pursue an approved field of study.
• Demonstrate strong academic performance.
• Demonstrate financial need.

Academic Requirements

The supplied information does not provide one specific minimum percentage that applies to all applicants.

Instead:

• First-year applicants are expected to have strong Grade 12 results.
• Current university students are expected to have a strong academic record.

Applicants should therefore check the live application form for any exact academic thresholds applicable to the 2027 intake.

Financial Need

Financial need forms part of the bursary criteria.

Applicants should be prepared to provide proof of household income or other documentation requested by Absa to demonstrate their financial circumstances.

Required Supporting Documents

Applicants should prepare:

• Certified copy of South African ID.
• Latest academic results.
• Grade 12 results, where applicable.
• University academic transcript, where applicable.
• Proof of household income.
• Proof of university acceptance or registration, where available.
• Motivational letter.

Applicants should ensure that documents are clear and complete before uploading them.

How to Apply for Absa Bursary Programme 2027

Applications must be completed online.

Click here to apply for Absa Bursary Programme 2027

Applicants should:

1. Access the online application platform.
2. Create or complete their applicant profile.
3. Enter the required personal and academic information.
4. Upload supporting documents.
5. Review the application carefully.
6. Submit before the closing date.

Bursary Application Closing Date

Applications close on:

30 August 2026

Applicants should submit their applications before the deadline.