FirstRand Empowerment Foundation Bursaries 2025: Offering Financial Aid for 10 Different Study Fields

About FirstRand
FirstRand Limited operates across South Africa, several sub-Saharan African markets, the UK, and India, with a broad and diverse portfolio of integrated financial services businesses. The company has consistently delivered impressive returns to its shareholders, driven by a combination of organic growth, strategic acquisitions, innovation, and the successful launch of new ventures.

By strategically utilizing the most suitable brand, distribution channel, license, and operating platform within its extensive portfolio, FirstRand provides clients with innovative and competitive value propositions. This approach is further supported by the targeted allocation of financial resources and the capabilities of its digital platforms, which enable the business to fully capitalize on the value of its diverse franchise portfolio. As a result, FirstRand has maintained a long track record of consistent growth, producing high-quality earnings and delivering strong long-term returns for its shareholders.

About the FirstRand Empowerment Foundation Bursaries 2025
FirstRand Empowerment Foundation is seeking for applicants whow ould like to obtain financial aid to pursue their educational journey with their bursaries. The FirstRand Empowerment Foundation Bursaries are specifically designed for first-year students pursuing a range of degree programs at recognized public universities in South Africa. These bursaries are aligned with the country’s critical skills needs, as well as FirstRand’s strategic social investment priorities, ensuring that the programs funded address both national and corporate goals for skill development.

To be eligible for consideration, candidates must demonstrate strong academic potential and come from families with a combined gross annual income not exceeding R600,000. The bursary is open to current Grade 12 learners, as well as individuals who have completed Grade 12 within the last three years. The bursary is intended to support students in obtaining their first undergraduate degree. However, for fields such as accounting and actuarial science, where a postgraduate qualification (such as a Postgraduate Diploma or Honours degree) is required to secure employment opportunities, funding for these advanced qualifications will also be considered. This ensures that recipients have the financial support needed to complete their educational journey and access career opportunities in high-demand sectors.

The FirstRand Empowerment Foundation Bursaries are available in the fields below:

• Agricultural Sciences: All specialisations
• Natural Sciences: Biosciences, Electronics, Physics
• Arts: Psychology
• Engineering: All specialisations
• Mathematical Sciences: Mathematics, Risk, Statistics
• Environmental Sciences: Climate Sciences, Renewable Energy
• Commercial Sciences: Accounting, Actuarial Science, Economics, Financial Management
• Social Sciences and Law: Society and Sustainability, Indigenous Knowledge Systems, Law
• Information Sciences: Business Information Systems, Computer Science, Data Science,
• Information Systems, Information Management, Information Technology

Eligibility Criteria
Candidates wishing to apply for the FirstRand Empowerment Foundation Bursaries must first meet a set of specific eligibility requirements. These criteria are designed to assess your suitability for the bursary and play a key role in the selection process. To increase your chances of success, it is essential that you carefully review and fulfill all the listed requirements. Missing any of these criteria could significantly affect the outcome of your application. Be sure to take note of these points and ensure that you meet each one before submitting your application.

The FirstRand Empowerment Foundation Bursaries Eligibility Criteria are as follows:

• Consider only Black South African citizens, as defined by the BBBEE Act
• Achieve a minimum of level 5 for Mathematics in Grade 12 to qualify
• Ensure you are no older than 21 years in your first year of study
• Apply to a South African public traditional university and obtain provisional admission for full-time studies in the specified degrees
• Only accept applicants who are starting their first degree in 2025 and are either currently in
• Grade 12 or have completed Grade 12 within the last 3 years
• Limit eligibility to applicants from families with a combined gross annual income of up to R600,000.

Application Instructions
Apply online: FirstRand Empowerment Foundation Bursaries 2025.

Please follow the application instructions below:

1. Use Google Chrome to access the website provided above for optimal performance
2. Fill out the application form by providing accurate and relevant responses in the designated fields. Make sure all personal information reflects your current situation
3. Authorize the selection committee to process your personal information for registration purposes by submitting your application
4. Ensure the accuracy and authenticity of all information provided, as your application will be reviewed by the entire selection committee while maintaining confidentiality
5. Submit your application through the designated portal, as hand-delivered, faxed, or other forms of submission will not be accepted.

Closing Date
Applications for the FirstRand Empowerment Foundation Bursaries 2025 must be submitted before the closing date on 15 December 2024.

Submit your application as early as possible to secure your spot in the recruitment process. Early registration ensures your application is considered during the selection phase, though it does not guarantee immediate approval or success.

The selection committee strictly enforces a zero-tolerance policy for late submissions. Any applications received after the official closing date will be automatically rejected, regardless of the circumstances or content.

FirstRand reserves the exclusive right to extend job offers to candidates at its discretion. Furthermore, all decisions made by the selection committee are final, binding, and not subject to appeal or further discussion.

Company Details

Physical address
4 Merchant Place
Corner Fredman Drive and Rivonia Road
Sandton
2196

Postal sddress
PO Box 650149
Benmore, 2010

Telephone Number: +27 11 282 1808

Fax Number: +27 11 282 8088