Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) invites high-achieving and financially needy South African students to apply for its 2026 undergraduate bursary, covering full-time study in Commerce, Engineering, and Science/IT fields. Successful recipients gain financial assistance, vacation work experience, and potential entry into Toyota’s graduate programme.

About the Bursary Provider

Toyota South Africa Motors is a leading JSE-listed automotive manufacturer and distributor committed to developing future talent in Southern Africa. Through its bursary programme, Toyota bridges tertiary education and the workplace by offering practical training and career exposure.

Fields Covered

The bursary supports full-time undergraduate study in these fields:

  • Commerce: Accounting (non‑CA), Analytics, Business Mathematics & Informatics, Financial Management, Human Resource Management, Marketing Management, Economics, Environmental Science, Law (LLB)
  • Engineering: Chemical, Electrical, Civil, Industrial, Mechanical, Mechatronics Engineering
  • Science & IT: Business Science Analytics, Computer Science, Information Technology

Expenses Covered

The bursary covers:

  • Tuition, registration, and exam fees
  • Prescribed textbooks and study materials
  • Accommodation and/or meals (if needed)
  • Vacation work placements during university holidays
  • Potential access to Toyota’s flagship Graduate Development Programme

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must:

  • Be South African citizens
  • Be in Matric or already studying full-time at a recognised tertiary institution
  • Achieve a minimum of 60%–65% in Mathematics and English in Matric, and an overall average of 60%–65% at tertiary level
  • Demonstrate strong academic results and leadership potential

How to Apply

Apply online via the StudyTrust portal from 1 May to 30 September 2025:

  • Create an account or log in to StudyTrust
  • Complete the application form and upload certified documents:
    • Certified SA ID copy
    • Matric certificate or latest tertiary transcript
    • Proof of household income
  • Indicate “www.bursaryforms.co.za” when asked how you heard about the bursary

Closing Date

30 September 2025. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.

Contact the Bursary Provider

StudyTrust (administrator for Toyota SA Motors bursary)
Tel: 011 403 1632
Email: apply@studytrust.org.za
Website: studytrust.org.za/toyota/

1. Who is eligible?
South African citizens in Matric or studying full-time at a recognised tertiary institution, with strong academic results and leadership potential.
2. Which fields are covered?
Commerce (e.g., Accounting, HRM, Marketing), Engineering (multiple branches), Science & IT (Analytics, Computer Science, IT).
3. What expenses are covered?
Tuition, registration, exam fees, books, materials, accommodation/meals where needed, plus vacation work exposure.
4. What academic results are required?
Minimum 60–65% in Mathematics and English in Matric, and overall 60–65% average at tertiary level.
5. How do I apply?
Apply from 1 May to 30 Sept 2025 via StudyTrust online portal; upload documents and indicate “www.bursaryforms.co.za”.
6. Is vacation work included?
Yes—recipients are offered vacation work placements and may access Toyota’s Graduate Development Programme.
7. When is the closing date?
30 September 2025. Late or incomplete applications won’t be considered.
8. Can current university students apply?
Yes—students already studying full-time at recognised institutions may apply, provided they meet academic criteria.
9. What documents are required?
Certified ID, Matric certificate or tertiary transcript, proof of household income.
10. Who can I contact for assistance?
StudyTrust: Tel 011 403 1632, Email apply@studytrust.org.za.