The SAICA Thuthuka Bursary Programme is an excellent opportunity for disadvantaged African and Coloured students aspiring to become Chartered Accountants. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to apply for the Thuthuka Bursary for the 2025 academic year:
Eligibility Requirements
Before applying, ensure you meet the following minimum criteria:
- Citizenship: Must be a South African citizen.
- Ethnicity: Must be a Black African or Coloured student.
- Background: Must be from a disadvantaged background.
- Education Level: Must be currently in Matric or have completed Matric within the last 2 years.
- Academic Performance: Must have achieved a minimum result of 60% (level 5) for Mathematics in Grade 11 (not Mathematics Literacy or Technical Mathematics).
- Intended Studies: Must be studying or intending to study towards one of the following undergraduate qualifications at a SAICA-accredited university in 2025:
- University of Johannesburg (UJ): Bachelor of Accounting (Course code BCA012)
- University of Pretoria (UP): Accounting Sciences (Course code 07130044)
- University of Witwatersrand (WITS): B Acc Science (Course Code CB008)
- University of Free State (UFS – Bloemfontein Campus): Bachelor of Accounting (Course code BC636060) / PGCA (Course code BC656060)
- University of Fort Hare (UFH): B Com Accounting (Course Code 60001)
- University of Cape Town (UCT): B Com (Course Code CB024) / PGDA (Course Code CG010ACC01)
- University of Western Cape (UWC): (Course Code 1021 or 1753)
- Stellenbosch University (SU): B Com Accounting/ B Rek (Course code 3091001)
- Rhodes University (RU): Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting)
- Nelson Mandela University (NMU): B Com Accounting (Course code 40103)
- North West University (NWU – Potch Campus): B Com CA (Course code 5DAH01-E302)
- University of Kwa-Zulu Natal (UKZN – Westville Campus): Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting (code BCOM-C)
- University of Limpopo (UL) – CTA only: PGDA [Post Graduate Diploma in Accountancy]
- Financial Need: Must have a combined family income of not more than R350 000 per annum.
- National Benchmark Test (NBT): Must have written or will write the NBT before the bursary closing date.
Application Process
- Submit Online Application
- Apply online at: SAICA Thuthuka Bursary Application 2025
- Prepare Supporting Documents
- ID document (certified copy)
- Grade 11 final results (certified copy)
- Matric latest results, if currently in Matric (certified copy)
- Matric final results, if completed Matric (certified copy)
- Proof of University provisional acceptance/ registration, if currently in Matric (on University letterhead)
- Full University academic record, if currently studying (on University letterhead)
- Parents or guardians’ ID documents (certified copies)
- Parents or guardians’ proof of income (latest payslips if employed, affidavit if unemployed) (certified copies)
- ID documents or birth certificates of other dependents in your family income (certified copies)
- Signed Thuthuka Consent Form (.pdf)
- Submit Supporting Documents
- Ensure that all supporting documents are clear and certified copies.
- Submit these documents online along with your application.
Important Dates
- Closing Date for Applications: 31 August 2024 at 12:00
- Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted, so make sure to apply before the deadline.
Contact Information
For any queries related to the bursary programme, you can contact SAICA directly:
- Telephone: 011 621 6600
- Email: [email protected]
By following these steps and ensuring you meet all the eligibility criteria, you can successfully apply for the SAICA Thuthuka Bursary Programme and take a significant step towards achieving your dream of becoming a Chartered Accountant. Good luck!