Requirements/Conditions:
- Must be studying or intending to study towards a qualification as a Chartered Accountant (i.e. BCom Accounting CA stream, Bachelor of Accounting CA stream and BCompt) at a University accredited by the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA).
- Bursary holders are required to serve articles / training contract with the organisation on completion of their studies as per the bursary contract.
- Bursaries are awarded to South African citizens only.
All candidates must be:
- Proficient in English with strong communication skill.
- Have good interpersonal skills
- Have a drive, determination and commitment to succeed.
- Have strong leadership potential.
Qualifications:
Grade 12 students:
- Must obtain matric exemption and university acceptance
- Must obtain at least 60% for English
- Must obtain at least 60% for Mathematics (not Maths literacy)
University students:
- 1st year students:
Obtain over 60% for Financial Accounting - 2nd year students:
Obtain over 60% for Financial Accounting
Obtain over 60% for Managerial Accounting - 3rd and Final year students:
Obtain over 60% for Financial Accounting
Obtain over 60% for Managerial Accounting
Obtain over 60% for Taxation
Obtain over 60% for Auditing
*Must obtain over 60% pass in all subjects.
When does the application process open every year?: 01 Aug – 15 Sept
What does the bursary cover?: Tuition, accommodation & Books up to the annual limit. Annual limits escalate per year thus we do not have them on the webpage (like most companies do). Currently it is at R85 000.00 per year.
How does one apply for this bursary?: Only online applications are accepted. The link is made active during the application period.
For more information on the AGSA bursary