Capitec Bank: Bursaries 2024

Our Bursary Programme offers a comprehensive financial and academic benefit to individuals who aspire to or are currently studying. You will have access to our world-class business leaders who stand ready to support you on your academic journey.

To put your learning into practice, you will be invited to our Holiday Programme to work on real business problems. After graduation, our Work Readiness and Onboarding Experience will help you transition successfully into our business.

Fields of study:

The qualification disciplines we are seeking are:

• Mathematics
• Statistics
• Finance
• Accounting
• Actuarial Science
• Quantitative Risk Management
• Marketing
• Human Resources
• Economics
• Behavioural Science / Behavioural Economics
• Law
• Design (Graphic, User Experience, Web)
• Engineering (e.g., Chemical, Industrial, Electrical, Civil or Mechatronics)
• Business Analysis and or Data Analysis
• Data Science
• Machine Learning
• Information Technology (e.g., Computer Science, Software Development and or Systems Development)

Requirements:

• You must be a South African citizen
• You must have completed Matric
• You must be studying or intend on studying towards a qualification in one of the fields listed above, in 2024
• You must be studying or intend on studying at a recognised and accredited tertiary institution in South Africa
• You must be willing to relocate to Stellenbosch (Western Cape) or Sandton/ Johannesburg (Gauteng) after graduation
• You must have a clear credit record
• You must have a clear criminal record
• You must be ambitious, with a go-getter attitude
• You must be a proactive and a problem-solver
• You must have a growth mindset and be willing to continuously learn, develop new skills and embrace opportunities for personal and professional growth
• You must be courageous and eager to find innovative solutions to make a positive impact

The bursary will provide cover for the following expenses: tuition fees, books, accommodation, and stipends.

Bursary recipients will also receive work readiness training and onboarding experience to support their transition into the world of work, as well as personal development training by access to mentors.

Students will be invited to join the Capitec Holiday Programme, to take learning to a practical level and focus on real business problems. After graduation, the Work Readiness and Onboarding Experience will help students transition successfully into the business.