Santam Bursary

Are you a South African student passionate about pursuing a career in the short-term insurance industry?

If so, the Santam Bursary Programme might be the perfect financial aid opportunity for you.

Offered annually by Santam, a leading South African insurance company, this bursary program aims to support talented individuals studying in specific fields relevant to the insurance industry.

About the Santam Bursary

The Santam Bursary Programme forms part of the company’s Skills Development Academy.

Its primary objective is to develop a lot of highly skilled graduates equipped with the technical knowledge and leadership qualities necessary to thrive in the short-term insurance sector.

By awarding bursaries to deserving students, Santam not only invests in its future workforce but also contributes to the growth and development of the South African economy as a whole.

Santam Bursary Application Form

Applications for the Santam Bursary Programme are exclusively accepted online through the Xhuma platform, managed by StudyTrust.

It is very important for you to note that applications submitted through any other channel will not be considered.

To initiate the application process, navigate to the Santam Bursary Programme page on the StudyTrust website. 

Carefully review the available information and ensure you meet the eligibility criteria before proceeding.

Once you’ve confirmed your eligibility, click on the “Apply Now” button and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the online application form.

The application process typically involves submitting the following:

1. Your completed academic record
2. A comprehensive CV or resume
3. A certified copy of your South African ID document
4. A motivational letter outlining your career goals and reasons for applying for the bursary
5. Supporting documents as specified by the program, if applicable

It is vital to submit all required documentation accurately and on time because incomplete applications will be disqualified.

Santam Bursary Requirements

To be eligible for the Santam Bursary Programme, you must meet the following criteria:

1. You must be a South African citizen.
2. You must be entering your second, third, or final year of undergraduate studies or Honours in the following year.
3. You must have a minimum average of 65% in your undergraduate studies and your most recent examinations.
4. You must be registered at a recognized and accredited South African university or university of technology.
5. Your studies must be in one of the fields supported by the program, which include:
   • Accounting
   • Actuarial Science
   • Agriculture
   • Civil Engineering
   • Data Analytics
   • Data Science
   • Economics
   • Finance
   • Geomatics Engineering
   • Insurance
   • Law
   • Mathematics
   • Reinsurance
   • Risk Management
   • Statistics
   • Underwriting
6. You must demonstrate a genuine interest in pursuing a career within the short-term insurance industry.

Santam Bursary Closing Date

The application deadline for the Santam Bursary Programme normally falls in late September or early October of each year.

Last year, the application cycle ended on 30 September 2023.

You will have to submit your application long before the closing date to avoid missing out on this valuable opportunity.

I strongly advise checking the official Santam Bursary Programme page on the StudyTrust website for the most up-to-date information regarding the application deadline each year.

For any inquiries related to the Santam Bursary Programme, you can contact the StudyTrust Helpdesk via:

1. Email: [email protected]
2. Telephone: 011 403 1632