The Accenture Education Trust invites academically strong South African students in their 2nd, 3rd, 4th, or Honours year of technology-related degrees to apply for its 2026 full scholarship. Designed for learners with financial need, the programme offers comprehensive support—including tuition, residence, study resources, and mentorship.

About the Bursary Provider

The Accenture SA Education Trust supports future leaders in tech by partnering with top universities. It’s guided by Accenture’s global focus on innovation and youth development, offering holistic support to promising students in priority STEM disciplines.

Fields Covered

Eligible fields (2nd year onward) include:

  • Computer Science / Engineering
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Information Technology & Informatics
  • Information Systems & Knowledge Systems
  • Mechanical with Mechatronics
  • Data Engineering / Big Data Analytics
  • Electronic/Electrical Engineering
  • Statistics & Data Science

Expenses Covered

This full scholarship covers:

  • Tuition, registration, and exam fees
  • Residence (or allowance) and meals
  • Book allowance and prescribed materials
  • Laptop provision
  • Ongoing mentorship and career support

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must:

  • Be South African citizens
  • Be in 2nd‑4th year or Honours of a qualifying degree
  • Have a minimum 65% average
  • Come from households with income between R350 000–1 000 000 (undergrad) or < R300 000 (postgrad/NSFAS)
  • Be enrolled at: UCT, UJ, UP, Rhodes, UWC, Wits, SU, or UKZN

How to Apply

Applications are online only, via Accenture’s portal. Steps include:

  1. Create an account and apply manually.
  2. Upload certified ID, Matric and academic transcripts, proof of household income, CV, and motivation letter.
  3. Answer additional application questions as prompted.

Don’t forget to indicate “www.bursaryforms.co.za” when asked how you heard about the bursary.

Closing Date

Applications will close September 30, 2025. Late or incomplete submissions aren’t accepted.

Contact the Bursary Provider

Accenture SA Education Trust
Tel: +27 11 208 3216
Email: SA.CorporateCitizenship@accenture.com
Website: accenture.com/za-en/careers/local/accenture-scholarships-south-africa

1. Who can apply?
South African citizens in their 2nd to Honours year of a qualifying tech degree at a listed university, with ≥65% average and meeting the family income criteria.
2. Which universities qualify?
UCT, UJ, UP, Rhodes, UWC, Wits, SU, and UKZN. Applications from other institutions are not accepted.
3. What fields are supported?
Technology-aligned degrees, including Computer Science, Engineering, IT, Data Analytics, Mechatronics, and related disciplines.
4. What costs are covered?
Scholarship is full and includes tuition, fees, accommodation/meals, book allowance, laptop, and mentorship.
5. What academic performance is required?
Minimum 65% cumulative average in current studies. High achievers are prioritized.
6. What are the household income limits?
Between R350k–1M for undergraduates;
7. How do I apply?
Go online, create an account via the Accenture portal, fill in details, upload documents, and indicate “www.bursaryforms.co.za” when asked.
8. What documents are needed?
Certified ID, Matric & tertiary transcripts, proof of household income, CV, motivation letter, and response to application questions.
9. When is the deadline?
15 August 2025 (approx.). Confirm the exact date on the Accenture portal and apply early.
10. Who can I contact for help?
Call +27 11 208 3216 or email SA.CorporateCitizenship@accenture.com.