Sanlam Actuarial Bursary

Study Sector: 
Qualification Sponsored: 

Actuarial Science

Requirements: 

Undergraduate Studies

  • Academic results:
    • Full academic Transcripts
    • Proof of registration and/or Fee Statement
    • Copy of matric certificate
  • Copy of ID
  • Comprehensive CV focusing on Academics, Extra-mural activities and Leadership skills
  • A motivation to support your application that answers the following questions:
    • In your own words, can you describe what an actuary does?
    • Why do you want to study actuarial science?
    • Why do you believe you have what it takes to become an actuary?
    • Why should Sanlam choose you to be a bursary holder?
    • If you are not successful at becoming an actuary, what other career paths are you considering?

School-leaving learners who intend to study Actuarial Science in 2027

  • Academic results:
    • Final 2025 Grade 11 results 
    • Grade 12 mid-year 2026 results
    • NBT results (only if available) 
  • Final grade 12 results may be used as determining factor
  • An above 90% score in Mathematics and an overall A aggregate
  • Comprehensive CV focusing on Academics, Extra-mural activities and Leadership skills
  • A motivation to support your application that answers the following questions:
    • In your own words, can you describe what an actuary does?
    • Why do you want to study actuarial science?
    • Why do you believe you have what it takes to become an actuary?
    • Why should Sanlam choose you to be a bursary holder?
    • If you are not successful at becoming an actuary, what other career paths are you considering?
Date Added: 
Tuesday, March 24, 2026
Closing date: 
Tuesday, June 30, 2026

Get in touch today:

Call:
086 999 0123
SMS:
072 204 5056
Email:
careerhelp@dhet.gov.za
Physical:
123 Francis Baard Street,
Pretoria

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