Old Mutual Bursary 2025 (Actuarial Science)
Deadline: 30 September 2024
Location: Pinelands, Johannesburg
About Old Mutual Bursary
The bursary programme comes with comprehensive support during university to the day you qualify and beyond into a meaningful career at Old Mutual. It also offers opportunities for personal development, vacation work, networking, and guaranteed employment post-graduation.
What the bursary covers
The bursary covers tuition, study materials, meals, accommodation in residence and return flights home (if studying outside of your hometown). You will receive financial support for the full duration of your degree and students who achieve excellent grades will receive more incentives.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible to apply you must meet the following requirements:
General:
- You must be a South African citizen
- You must have at least 80% in Mathematics, 60% for English HL or 70% for English FAL, 70% for all your other subjects.
- You must have applied/ be studying at either: North-West University, Stellenbosch University, University of Cape Town, University of Pretoria, University of the Free-State and University of the Witwatersrand.
- You must be committed to qualifying as an actuary and work for the company after graduation.
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Required Documentation (to be included in the application)
- One pager CV
- Bursary Motivation Form
- School Reports for Grade 10 – 12
- Matric Certificate (if applicable)
- University acceptance/conditional acceptance letter (if applicable)
- Full Academic Transcript (applicable to current University students only)
- ID Copy
The Application Process
- Applications must be submitted online at: www.oldmutual.co.za/careers/actuarial-bursary
- Download and complete the bursary motivation form then complete the online application which includes a gamified assessment (it is not timed). You will be required to attach a one-page CV.
- Shortlisted candidates will be sent a link to complete psychometric assessments.
- Finalists will be invited to a selection day where we will conduct interviews.
- Should you be selected after the interview you will receive a provisional offer which will be confirmed once we receive your final matric results and proof of acceptance at University for an Actuarial Science or Accounting Science programme.
Important Notes
- Parental/guardian consent is required if you are under 18
- Preference will be given to candidates from under-represented designated groups, including candidates with disabilities
- Preference will be given to previously disadvantaged background or demonstrate financial need
- Incomplete applications will not be considered
Applications close 30 September 2024
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