Tegkor / Nelson Mandela University invites South African students to apply for Bursary Programme for 2025 academic year.
Bursary Application closing date: 14 March 2025.
The Tegkor / Nelson Mandela University (NMU) Accounting Bursary offers financial assistance to students pursuing Accounting studies at various levels (Undergraduate and Postgraduate) at NMU.
Bursary Details:
- Fields Covered:
- 1st Year Students:
- BCom Accounting
- BCom Accounting Sciences
- 2nd and 3rd Year Students:
- BCom Accounting (Chartered Accounting)
- BCom General Accounting
- BCom Accounting Sciences (up to 4th year)
- Postgraduate Students:
- Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting (PGDA-CTA)
- Postgraduate Diploma in Accountancy (PGDA)
- Postgraduate Diploma in Internal Auditing (PGDIA)
- 1st Year Students:
Bursary Coverage:
- 1st Year Students: Up to R12,500
- 2nd and 3rd Year Students: Up to R7,500
- Postgraduate Students: Up to R7,500
- Funds will be credited to the student’s account, and the bursary can be combined with other awards (if declared).
Eligibility Criteria:
1st Year Students:
- South African citizen
- Completed Matric with excellent results
- At least 80% in Mathematics or an Applicant Score (AS) of 420
- Admitted to study BCom Accounting or BCom Accounting Sciences at NMU
- Full-time studies in 2025
- Preference for students with household income between R350,000 and R600,000
2nd and 3rd Year Students:
- South African citizen
- Studying BCom General Accounting, BCom Accounting (Chartered Accounting), or BCom Accounting Sciences at NMU
- 70% average in 2024 for 1st-year modules, or 65% for 2nd-year modules
- Contribution to society in 2024 (evidence required)
- Preference for students with household income between R350,000 and R600,000
Postgraduate Students:
- South African citizen
- Full-time studies in 2025 towards a Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting or Internal Auditing at NMU
- Minimum 60% average for 3rd-year undergraduate studies or 55% for PGDA
- Preference for students with household income between R350,000 and R600,000
Application Process:
- Apply online via: Tegkor / NMU Bursary Application 2025
- For queries, contact: Mrs. Ayesha Le Roux at Tel: 041 504 2154 / Email: ayesha.leroux@mandela.ac.za
Required Documents:
1st Year Students:
- ID document
- Parent/guardian proof of income (latest payslips or affidavit)
- Matric final results or certificate
2nd and 3rd Year Students:
- ID document
- Parent/guardian proof of income
- Full academic record or transcripts
- Evidence of contribution to society (testimonials, project details, etc.)
Postgraduate Students:
- ID document
- Parent/guardian proof of income
- Full academic record or transcripts
Closing Date:
- 14 March 2025
- Late applications will not be accepted, so ensure to submit your application before the deadline.