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Nedbank External Bursary Programme (South Africa)
Nedbank
About this opportunity
Fully Funded Undergraduate scholarship for African students in South Africa (2026). Annual deadline.
Nedbank’s External Bursary Programme supports academically strong South African students with financial need to pursue their first undergraduate degree or diploma at a public university or university of technology. The programme prioritises fields aligned with green-economy skills, such as reducing carbon emissions, improving energy efficiency, and enhancing environmental sustainability.
What it offers
- Funding for tuition, accommodation, and study-related expenses.
- Focus on disciplines critical to South Africa’s scarce-skills sectors.
Who can apply
- South African citizens only.
- Applicants must demonstrate proven financial need based on household income.
- Minimum academic requirement: 65% average in major subjects and required degree-aligned subjects.
- Mathematics Literacy is not accepted; Mathematics is required.
- Must have secured admission to a South African public university or university of technology.
What you'll do
- Submit a complete online application with required documents.
- Undergo psychometric assessments and a virtual interview if shortlisted.
- Provide additional financial documentation for household income verification.
How to apply
- Apply online via the Nedbank bursary portal.
- Ensure all documents are certified and submitted as specified.
- Shortlisted applicants must provide further financial proof within seven working days of request.
Good to know
- Bursaries are awarded at the sole discretion of the Nedbank Educational Trust.
- All applicants receive feedback after the recruitment process concludes.
- Contact: Unlockyourambition@nedbank.co.za for assistance.
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Key details
TypeScholarship
Location
South Africa
South AfricaLevelundergraduate
FundingFully Funded ZAR
DeadlineDeadline not stated — check the official page
EligibilityAfrica
South African citizens with proven financial need and a minimum 65% average in major subjects, excluding Mathematics Literacy.
What you get
- Tuition fees
- Accommodation
- Study-related expenses
Documents needed
- Certified copy of South African identity card/document
- Most recent academic transcript (Grade 11 final results, Grade 12 final results, or current university results)
- Financial checks affidavit signed by applicant and parent(s)/guardian(s)
- For shortlisted applicants: Identity documents, payslips/employment letters, proof of income, IRP5/IT3/IT12 forms (if applicable), pension slips/bank statements, bank statements
How to apply
- Submit an online application via the Nedbank bursary portal
- Ensure all required documents are uploaded and certified
- Wait for screening and shortlisting based on eligibility criteria
- Provide additional financial documentation if shortlisted within seven working days
- Participate in psychometric assessments and a virtual interview if selected
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Source : jobs.nedbank.co.za · Always verify details on the official site.