Old Mutual Chartered Accounting Bursary Programme 2026/2027
Old Mutual
Quick Facts
A word from Eli, founder of Rise Africa Scholars
MSc Information Security — Unicaf Scholar
While you wait for a fully funded opportunity, don’t put your education on hold. I completed my MSc through Unicaf — studying online from Nairobi while working full-time. The tuition discount made it genuinely affordable, and the degree is from an accredited UK university.
If you’re serious about advancing your career now, I’d encourage you to explore it. I only recommend what I’ve used myself.
About This Scholarship
The Old Mutual Chartered Accounting Bursary Programme supports exceptional South African learners pursuing studies in Chartered Accounting at SAICA-accredited institutions. The programme provides comprehensive financial support throughout university, personal development opportunities, vacation work, networking, and guaranteed employment post-graduation with Old Mutual.
What This Scholarship Covers
- Full tuition covered
- Study materials
- Meals
- Accommodation in residence
- Return flights home (if studying outside hometown)
- Financial support for full degree duration
- Additional incentives for excellent grades
- Vacation work opportunities
- Networking opportunities
- Guaranteed employment post-graduation
Who Can Apply
- 1 Must be a South African citizen
- 2 Must have at least 70% in Mathematics
- 3 Must have at least 60% in English HL or 70% in English FAL
- 4 Must have acceptance from a SAICA-accredited tertiary institution (Nelson Mandela University, North-West University, Rhodes University, Stellenbosch University, University of Cape Town, University of Fort Hare, University of Johannesburg, University of Kwa-Zulu Natal, University of Pretoria, University of South Africa, University of the Free State, University of the Western Cape, University of the Witwatersrand, or Milpark Business School)
- 5 Must be committed to entering the Old Mutual Chartered Accounting Training (OMCAT) Programme
- 6 Parental/guardian consent required if under 18
- 7 Preference given to candidates from under-represented designated groups and those from previously disadvantaged backgrounds or with demonstrated financial need