Nedbank: Bursaries 2026

Nedbank is inviting students to apply for their External Bursary Programme, for the 2026 academic year.

Bursaries will be awarded for studies towards a first Undergraduate or Honours degree/ diploma in:

• Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM)
• Green Economy skills.

Green Economy skills are areas of study focused on improving social well-being and social equity, as well as greatly reducing environmental risks and ecological insufficiency (including reduction of carbon emissions and pollution, enhancing natural capital and increasing energy and materials efficiency).

Nedbank will be awarding bursaries to academically deserving students, in financial need, who are studying or wish to study but are lacking the financial means to do so.

Eligibility Requirements:

Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying:

• You must be a South African citizen
• You must be currently in Matric or have completed Matric
• You must be studying or intend on studying towards your first undergraduate or Honours degree or diploma in 2026, which focuses on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) and green economy skills
• You must be studying or have been accepted to study full-time at a recognised and accredited public University or University of Technology in South Africa
• You must have a strong academic record
• You must have passed Mathematics in Matric (NOT Mathematics Literacy)
• You must have achieved a minimum overall average of 65% for the 2025 academic year (at Matric or University level)
• You must have achieved a minimum overall average of 65% for all subjects that are aligned to your University qualification
• You must have proven financial need (to be determined by household income)
• You must have consent from your parent or legal guardian to apply for the bursary, if you are under 18 years old