The Public Investment Corporation SOC Ltd (PIC) is extending an invitation to South African students to apply for the Bursary Programme for the academic year 2024.
Closing Date for Bursary Applications: September 30, 2023
The PIC is committed to making a positive impact within its community. A core value of the PIC is to enhance the quality of life for individuals across various segments.
The PIC is proud to offer a bursary programme that targets academically promising learners from designated groups that have historically been disadvantaged. These bursaries are specifically aimed at candidates who exhibit innovative business potential and can demonstrate a genuine need for financial support.
PIC Bursary Application 2024 Students intending to pursue studies in the following fields are encouraged to apply:
- Accounting & Accounting Science (CA stream)
- Actuarial Science
- Applied Development Economics
- BSc in Property Studies / Construction Studies
- Cost and Management Account
- Computer Science
- Economics and Mathematical Science
- Finance/Financial Management
- Information Management/Systems/Technology
- Internal Audit
- Investment Management
- Human Resources Management
- Quantitative Finance
- Mathematical Statistics
- Research
- Risk Management
- Law (LLB)
Eligibility The PIC bursary will be awarded to students who are planning to enroll in their first qualification at the undergraduate level. Postgraduate and secondary qualifications will not be funded.
Applicants must be South African citizens and not older than 25 years of age. During the shortlisting process, the following criteria will be considered:
- Preference will be given to applicants with disabilities
- Matriculants with a minimum of 60% pass in each subject
- Tertiary level applicants with a minimum of 60% pass in each module and an overall average of the most recent results
- Admission to a South African Public Accredited Institution of Higher Learning
How to Apply
- Complete all mandatory fields (*)
- Ensure all supporting documents are certified (certified copies must not be older than 3 months at submission)
- Applicant and Parent/Guardian signatures required (in the case of minors)
- Incomplete, falsified, uncertified, or invalid applications will not be considered
Supporting Documents Checklist
- Completed application form
- Valid RSA identity document copy
- Proof of disability (medical certificate)
- Academic transcripts (if currently enrolled at an accredited tertiary institution)
- Matric Certificate (or Grade 11 and June results if currently in Grade 12)
- Copy of signed student study loan agreement or contract (if applicable)
- Preliminary acceptance letter(s) from an accredited tertiary institution
- Quotation (tuition, books, accredited accommodation, and meals)
- Proof of monthly household income and dependents
Bursary Terms The bursary covers the entire academic period at a single academic institution.
The application for the 2024 bursary is now open.
Application deadline: September 30, 2023
For inquiries: bursaryapplications@pic.gov.za
Please include your contact details in your inquiry for effective resolution.
Note: Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Feedback will only be provided to successful applicants.
