Bursaries

PricewaterhouseCoopers offers an extensive bursary scheme. Bursaries are awarded to students with a solid academic track record at school and/or university and amounts vary depending on proven financial need. Students who are awarded a bursary are required to serve a training contract with PricewaterhouseCoopers on completion of their studies.

Who can apply for a bursary?
Bursaries are open to Grade 12 learners and to students who are already studying full-time towards either a BCom in Accounting, a BCompt, a Bachelor of Accountancy or a Business Science degree leading to a qualification as a Chartered Accountant (SA) at any accredited South African university.

What are our selection criteria?
To be considered for a PricewaterhouseCoopers bursary, you will need to meet the following criteria:

• Commitment to study towards a qualification as a Chartered Accountant
• You must be studying (or intending to study) at an institution accredited by SAICA (South African Institute of Chartered Accountants)
• If completing Grade 12 we require you to obtain at minimum, an A, B, or C in Maths and English, preferably on Higher Grade.
• If already at University you should have obtained at least 65% in all first year subjects,a minimum of 60% in all second year subjects and acceptable passes in all subjects and third and/or fourth year level.
• In addition to your academic achievement we look for candidates who display good interpersonal skills, drive and determination and leadership skills or potential. You must be able to demonstrate initiative and have a team work orientation.

 If you do not have access to the internet, please contact the Human Capital Manager at your nearest PricewaterhouseCoopers office and a form can be faxed to you.

Please note closing dates for bursary applications for 2010 are as follows:
Gauteng 31 July 2009
Kwa-Zulu Natal 31 July 2009
Eastern Cape 31 July 2009
Western Cape 31 July 2009