Investec Scholarship bursary

Open for applications Closes 30 September 2026

Study fields: Computer Science and IT, Engineering

WHAT FIELDS OF STUDY DOES THE  INVESTEC SCHOLARSHIP COVER?

Investec is inviting students to apply for their Investec Tech Scholarship programme, for the 2027 academic year.

Bursaries will be awarded for Undergraduate and Postgraduate (up to Honours) studies towards a Technology-related qualification, specifically the following degrees:

  • Business Computing (BSc / BS)
  • Computer Engineering (BSc / BS)
  •  Computer Science (BSc / BS / BBusSc)
  • Data Science (BBusSc)
  • Informatics (BCom)
  • Information Systems (BBusSc / BCom)
  • and all equivalent Technology and Engineering degrees

WHAT IS THE SELECTION PROCESS FOR THE INVESTEC SCHOLARSHIP?

The scholarship will be awarded to high-performing students who are driven and out-of-the-ordinary thinkers – financial criteria will not be considered

Scholars will have access to Investec’s Tech Graduate Programme, as well as an opportunity to join Investec early on in their educational and career journey in technology. Scholars will be mentored throughout their studies, and have the chance to participate in Investec exposure events, annual hackathon, work readiness programmes and other exciting tech-related initiatives.

WHAT ARE THE ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR THE INVESTEC SCHOLARSHIP?

Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying (please note that failure to satisfy all the requirements will lead to your application not being considered)

  • You must be a South African citizen
  • You must have completed Matric
  • You must be studying towards a Technology-related degree qualification, in one of the fields listed above
  • You must be entering 2nd year to Honours or final year, in 2027
  • You must be studying at a recognised and accredited tertiary institution in South Africa
  • You must be a top-performing student
  • Preference will be given to EE candidates and South African Citizens

HOW CAN I APPLY FOR THE INVESTEC SCHOLARSHIP?

Applications must be submitted online at: Investec Tech Scholarship Application 2027

Applicants must read the StudyTrust bursary instructions page before applying.

WHAT DOCUMENTS MUST I SUBMIT FOR THE INVESTEC SCHOLARSHIP?

Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your online application (the submission of these documents is compulsory – if any items are missing, your application may be disqualified)

  • South African ID document (certified copy)
  • Matric certificate (certified copy)
  • Full academic record/ transcripts (certified copy)

WHEN IS THE CLOSING DATE FOR THE INVESTEC SCHOLARSHIP?

30 September 2026.

(Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted – please apply before the closing date to ensure your application is considered.)

HOW CAN I CONTACT THE SCHOLARSHIP PROVIDER?

For any queries related to this scholarship programme, please contact StudyTrust (the administrators for this bursary) directly:

Bursary enquiries:

WHAT DOES INVESTEC DO?

Investec is a distinctive bank and wealth manager that provides a range of financial products and services to individuals, businesses, corporates & institutions and intermediaries, to clients in Europe, Southern Africa, and Asia-Pacific.

The Anglo-South African international banking and wealth management group is dual-listed, on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) and the London Stock Exchange (LSE).

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