PwC invites South African students to apply for the CA Programme Bursary 2027.
Bursary Application Closing Date: 31 August 2026
Bursary Location: South Africa
About the PwC CA Programme Bursary 2027
PwC is inviting students who want to become Chartered Accountants to apply for the Bursary – CA Programme 2027.
This bursary opportunity is linked to the PwC CA(SA) Chartered Accounting Training Programme. It gives qualifying students financial support while creating a pathway to start a learnership after completing an Honours degree or receiving the Certificate in the Theory of Accounting.
PwC is looking for students who are committed to building a career in chartered accounting and who are studying, or planning to study, towards a SAICA-accredited qualification at a SAICA-accredited university.
Bursary Details
- Company: PwC
- Opportunity: Bursary – CA Programme 2027
- Reference Number: PWC260312-3
- Contract Type: Fixed Term
- Closing Date: 31 August 2026
- Location: South Africa
PwC Office Locations
The bursary opportunity is linked to the following PwC offices:
- Pietermaritzburg
- Stellenbosch
- Mahikeng
- Nelspruit
- East London
- Gqeberha
- Durban
- Cape Town
- Emalahleni
- Bloemfontein
- Johannesburg
- Worcester
- Kimberley
Who Should Apply?
This bursary is suitable for students who intend to become Chartered Accountants and are either studying or planning to study towards the appropriate SAICA-accredited degree.
Applicants must be committed to the CA(SA) career path and must meet PwC’s academic requirements.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:
- Must intend to become a Chartered Accountant
- Must be studying or intending to study the appropriate SAICA-accredited degree
- Must study at a SAICA-accredited university
- Must have Grade 12 with matric exemption and university acceptance
- Must have Mathematics and English as subjects
- Maths Literacy does not qualify
- Must have a B symbol for Mathematics and English
- Must have an average of 75% for all Grade 12 subjects
- First and second year university students must have an overall average of 70%
- Third and fourth year undergraduate university students must have an average of 65%
- Must be proficient in English
- Must have strong communication skills
- Must be a South African citizen or permanent resident
Important Note
Applicants should not apply if they do not meet the minimum requirements.
PwC also states that the bursary is not intended for students who need to complete a Bridging Course to qualify for the appropriate postgraduate studies.
About the PwC CA(SA) Training Programme
The PwC CA(SA) Chartered Accounting Training Programme gives students an opportunity to start their learnership after completing their Honours degree or after receiving their Certificate in the Theory of Accounting.
The programme supports students who want to build a career in auditing, accounting, tax, advisory and professional services.
About PwC
PwC is a global professional services network that works across areas such as audit and assurance, tax and legal, deals and consulting.
The organisation focuses on quality, integrity, inclusive behaviour, leadership development and helping people grow their skills to go further in their careers.
Skills You May Develop
Through the PwC CA pathway, students may develop skills in:
- Accounting
- Auditing
- Financial reporting
- Tax
- Assurance
- Consulting
- Professional communication
- Ethical decision-making
- Problem-solving
- Business analysis
- Client service
Documents Required
Applicants should prepare the following documents before applying:
- Updated CV
- South African ID or proof of permanent residency
- Matric certificate
- Latest academic results
- Full university academic record, if already studying
- Proof of university acceptance or registration, if available
- Any additional documents requested on the PwC recruitment portal
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online through the PwC recruitment portal.
Click here to apply for PwC Bursary – CA Programme 2027
Applicants should complete the online application and upload all required supporting documents before the closing date.
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.