VKB Group invites South African Grade 12 learners and university students to apply for the VKB Bursary Programme 2027.
Bursary Application Closing Date: 31 August 2026
Bursary Location: South Africa
About the VKB Bursary Programme 2027
The VKB Bursary Programme for 2027 is now open for applications from high-achieving South African learners and university students who need financial support to further their studies.
This bursary is aimed at students who are passionate about building a career in agriculture, finance, engineering, construction, business, marketing and related commercial fields.
The bursary intake is for the January 2027 academic year, and successful applicants may also receive workplace exposure through vacation work during their studies.
Fields of Study Supported
VKB Group is offering bursaries for students who are studying or planning to study in the following fields:
- Bachelor of Commerce in Chartered Accountancy
- Bachelor of Science in Quantity Surveying
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering: Mechanical
- Bachelor of Engineering: Mechanical
- BCom Economic Sciences with International Trade
- BCom Economic Sciences with Marketing
- BCom Agricultural Economics with Risk Management
- BSc Agricultural Economics
Who Can Apply?
The VKB Bursary Programme is open to:
- Current Grade 12 learners
- University students already studying towards one of the approved qualifications
Applicants must be South African citizens and must meet the academic requirements set by VKB.
Minimum Requirements for Grade 12 Learners
Grade 12 applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Must be a South African citizen
- Must have a valid South African ID
- Must obtain a National Senior Certificate
- Must achieve a minimum overall average of 70%
- Must upload latest Grade 11 results
- Must upload current Grade 12 results
Minimum Requirements for University Students
Current university students must meet the following requirements:
- Must be enrolled at an accredited South African tertiary institution
- Must be studying one of the approved qualifications
- Must achieve at least 60% average in major subjects
- Must submit a complete academic record, including latest 2026 results
Additional Requirements
Successful applicants must be willing to:
- Complete vacation work at one of VKB’s regional head offices
- Relocate after completing their studies if employment opportunities arise
- Meet possible work-back obligations after graduation
- Communicate effectively in both English and Afrikaans, spoken and written
What the Bursary Offers
The VKB Bursary Programme gives students an opportunity to receive financial assistance while gaining exposure to one of South Africa’s established agricultural businesses.
Successful applicants may benefit from:
- Financial support towards approved studies
- Vacation work opportunities
- Industry exposure
- Professional mentoring
- Workplace experience
- Career development
- Possible employment opportunities after graduation
Supporting Documents Required
Applicants must prepare the following documents before applying.
For Grade 12 applicants:
- South African ID
- Latest Grade 11 results
- Current Grade 12 results
For university students:
- South African ID
- Complete academic record
- Latest 2026 university results
All supporting documents must be uploaded in PDF format.
Important Application Instructions
Applicants should take note of the following:
- Use Google Chrome when accessing the application portal
- Upload all supporting documents in PDF format
- Make sure academic records are complete and clear
- Double-check all information before submitting
- Incomplete applications may not be considered
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
- VKB reserves the right not to award bursaries if suitable candidates are not identified
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online through the VKB Group application portal.
APPLY FOR THE BACHELOR OF COMMERCE IN CHARTERED ACCOUNTANCY BURSARY HERE
APPLY FOR THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN QUANTITY SURVEYING BURSARY HERE
APPLY FOR THE BCOM ECONOMIC SCIENCES (INTERNATIONAL TRADE OR MARKETING) BURSARY HERE
Applicants must select the bursary opportunity that matches their field of study and complete all required questions honestly and accurately before submitting their application.
Closing Date
The closing date for applications is 31 August 2026.
Late applications may not be considered, so applicants are encouraged to apply before the deadline.