AGSA Chartered Accountancy Bursary Programme

Closing Date:

2026/10/15

Introduction

Invest in your future as a Chartered Accountant with our bursary programme. Designed exclusively for South African citizens pursuing or intending to pursue Chartered Accountancy studies through a SAICA-endorsed university, this bursary supports full-time students enrolled in qualifications such as the BCom Accounting (CA stream) or Bachelor of Accounting (CA stream). Successful applicants will receive comprehensive financial support covering tuition fees, university accommodation, meals, and prescribed books. In return, bursary recipients will commit to completing their articles through a training contract with the AGSA upon graduation, providing a clear pathway from university to a rewarding professional career.

Description
Why Choose AGSA?
Comprehensive financial support
Career-focused development
Access to a SAICA-accredited training environment
Opportunity to gain practical experience while building a meaningful career
Contribute to strengthening accountability and good governance in South Africa

Minimum requirements
Matric apply for first year

Must have achieved a matric exemption with admission to bachelor's degree studies
Must obtain at least 60% in English and Mathematics (not Maths Literacy)
Attach the following documents with the application: Copy of ID, Grade 11 year- end results, university acceptance letter and Grade 12 mid-year results

First year applying for second year studies

Must obtain over 60% in Financial Accounting
Must be pursuing the Chartered Accountancy Programme
Must have obtained 60% or above in Maths and English while in Matric
Attach the following documents with the application: Copy of ID, Matric Results and full academic record

Second year applying for third year studies

Must obtain over 60% in Financial Accounting
Must obtain over 60% in Management Accounting
Must be pursuing the Chartered Accountancy Programme
Attach the following documents with application: Copy of ID and full academic record

Final year applying for Post Graduate studies

Must obtain 55% in all core modules of the Chartered Accountancy Programme
Must obtain acceptance into the CTA Programme
Attach the following documents with application: Copy of ID, Full academic record