VKB Group invites qualifying South African Grade 12 learners and current university students to apply for the VKB Bursary Programme for the 2027 academic year.
Bursary Application Closing Date: 31 August 2026
Bursary Location: South Africa
VKB Bursary Programme 2027
VKB Group is offering bursary opportunities to academically strong South African learners and university students who are studying or planning to study in selected professional and technical fields.
The programme is open to:
- Current Grade 12 learners.
- Current university students.
The 2027 bursary intake is expected to begin in January 2027.
Bursary Programme Overview
Organisation: VKB Group
Programme: VKB Bursary Programme 2027
Study Level: Grade 12 learners and current university students
Opening Date: 1 July 2026
Closing Date: 31 August 2026
Intake: January 2027
Location: South Africa
Application Method: Online
Vacation Work: Required where applicable
Possible Work-Back Obligation: Yes
Fields of Study Funded
VKB is offering bursaries 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 – International Trade
- BCom Economic Sciences – Marketing
- BCom Agricultural Economics with Risk Management
- BSc Agricultural Economics
BCom Chartered Accountancy Bursary
This bursary is available to students studying towards:
Bachelor of Commerce in Chartered Accountancy
The qualification may prepare graduates for careers in areas such as:
- Accounting.
- Auditing.
- Financial management.
- Tax.
- Corporate finance.
How to Apply for VKB Chartered Accountancy Bursary 2027
Click here to apply for VKB Bachelor of Commerce in Chartered Accountancy Bursary 2027
Quantity Surveying Bursary
VKB is also offering funding for students pursuing:
Bachelor of Science in Quantity Surveying
How to Apply for VKB Quantity Surveying Bursary 2027
Click here to apply for VKB Bachelor of Science in Quantity Surveying Bursary 2027
Mechanical Engineering Bursary
Students pursuing the following qualifications may apply:
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Mechanical).
- Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical).
How to Apply for VKB Mechanical Engineering Bursary 2027
Click here to apply for VKB Mechanical Engineering Bursary 2027
International Trade and Marketing Bursary
VKB is offering bursary funding for:
BCom Economic Sciences
with specialisation in:
- International Trade.
- Marketing.
How to Apply for VKB International Trade or Marketing Bursary 2027
Click here to apply for VKB BCom Economic Sciences Bursary 2027
Agricultural Economics Bursary
Students studying towards the following qualifications may apply:
- BCom Agricultural Economics with Risk Management.
- BSc Agricultural Economics.
How to Apply for VKB Agricultural Economics Bursary 2027
Click here to apply for VKB Agricultural Economics Bursary 2027
Requirements for Grade 12 Learners
Current Grade 12 applicants must:
- Be South African citizens.
- Have a valid South African ID.
- Obtain a National Senior Certificate.
- Have a minimum overall academic average of 70%.
- Submit their latest Grade 11 results.
- Submit their current Grade 12 results.
Requirements for University Students
Current university students must:
- Be studying at an accredited South African tertiary institution.
- Be enrolled in one of the approved qualifications.
- Have at least a 60% average in major subjects.
- Submit a complete academic record.
- Include their latest 2026 academic results.
Additional Requirements
Successful applicants should be willing to:
- Complete vacation work at one of VKB’s regional head offices.
- Relocate after completing their studies where employment opportunities arise.
- Meet any applicable work-back obligation attached to the bursary.
- Communicate effectively in English and Afrikaans, both spoken and written.
What the VKB Bursary Offers
The supplied information states that the exact funding package may differ depending on individual circumstances.
Successful recipients may benefit from:
- Financial assistance towards approved studies.
- Industry exposure.
- Vacation work.
- Professional mentoring.
- Workplace experience.
- Career development opportunities.
- Possible employment opportunities after graduation.
The exact expenses covered by the bursary are not specified in the supplied information.
Vacation Work
Bursary recipients may be required to participate in vacation work at VKB regional head offices during their studies.
Applicants should therefore be prepared to complete practical workplace exposure where required.
Work-Back Obligation
The bursary may include a work-back obligation after graduation.
Applicants should review the final bursary agreement carefully to understand any employment or service commitments linked to the funding.
Required Supporting Documents for Grade 12 Learners
Grade 12 applicants should prepare:
- South African ID.
- Latest Grade 11 results.
- Current Grade 12 results.
Required Supporting Documents for University Students
University applicants should prepare:
- South African ID.
- Complete academic record.
- Latest 2026 university results.
The supplied information states that supporting documents must be uploaded in:
PDF format
Important Application Instructions
Applicants should:
- Use Google Chrome when accessing the application portal.
- Upload supporting documents in PDF format.
- Make sure academic records are complete.
- Ensure all documents are clear and readable.
- Check all application information before submitting.
- Submit a complete application before the closing date.
Incomplete applications may not be considered.
Bursary Application Closing Date
Applications close on:
31 August 2026
Late applications are unlikely to be considered.
Selection Process
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
VKB also reserves the right not to award bursaries if suitable candidates are not identified.
Important Application Notes
Applicants should note that:
- The bursary is open to Grade 12 learners and current university students.
- Grade 12 applicants need a minimum 70% overall average.
- University students need at least 60% in their major subjects.
- Only the listed fields of study are included in the supplied programme information.
- Vacation work may form part of the bursary programme.
- A work-back obligation may apply.
- Applicants should be willing to relocate where employment opportunities arise.
- Supporting documents must be uploaded in PDF format.
- Separate application links apply to each field.
- Applications close on 31 August 2026.