The Investec Tech Scholarship is now open for 2027, and it is one of the few merit-only awards in South Africa that does not look at your household income at all. If you are a high-performing South African student moving into your 2nd year through to Honours in a technology degree in 2027, this scholarship can cover your studies and plug you straight into Investec’s Tech Graduate Programme. Applications close on 30 September 2026, so strong students should prepare their documents and apply early.
About the Investec Tech Scholarship
Investec is a leading international banking and wealth management group with deep roots in South Africa, and technology now sits at the centre of how it serves clients. The Tech Scholarship was created to grow local digital talent and to give the country’s best young technologists a clear path from university into a professional tech career. Unlike most bursaries, this is a purely merit-based award, which means selection is built on academic excellence and potential rather than financial need.
Scholars are not simply funded and forgotten. They are brought into a structured community that includes mentorship throughout their studies, exposure events, an annual hackathon and work-readiness support. For a young South African who is serious about software, data or computing, the scholarship offers both the funding to study without financial stress and the network to launch a career at one of the country’s most respected financial institutions.
What You Receive
- Access to Investec’s Tech Graduate Programme as a clear route into employment
- Mentorship from Investec professionals throughout your studies
- Exposure events that connect you with the technology team and industry
- An annual hackathon to build and showcase your skills
- Work-readiness programmes and other tech-focused development initiatives
Who Can Apply
- You must be a South African citizen
- You must be a top-performing student entering your 2nd year, 3rd year, final year or Honours in 2027
- First-year students are not eligible for this programme
- You must be studying a technology-related degree such as Business Computing, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Informatics, Information Systems or an equivalent technology field
- Financial criteria do not apply – this is a merit-based scholarship and proof of income is not required
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Required Documents
- A certified copy of your South African ID
- A copy of your Matric (National Senior Certificate) results
- Your latest academic record or transcript from your university
How to Apply
- Gather your ID, Matric certificate and most recent academic record in clear, certified copies.
- Visit the official Investec bursaries and scholarships page to open the application.
- Complete the online application form carefully and upload each required document.
- Review every field for accuracy, then submit before the closing date.
- Keep a copy of your confirmation in case you need to follow up.
Closing Date
The closing date for the Investec Tech Scholarship 2027 is 30 September 2026. No late applications will be accepted.
Why It Matters
South Africa faces a serious shortage of skilled technology professionals even while youth unemployment remains among the highest in the world. Degrees in computer science, data science and engineering are powerful, but the cost of studying them stops many talented young people before they start.
The Investec Tech Scholarship removes that barrier for high achievers and does something most funding cannot – it links you to real industry experience, mentors and a graduate pipeline before you even finish your qualification. For a young South African with the marks and the drive, this is a chance to study with confidence, build a professional network early and step into a scarce-skill career that is in demand both locally and abroad.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to prove financial need to qualify?
No. The Investec Tech Scholarship is merit-based, so financial criteria do not apply and you do not need to submit proof of income.
Can first-year students apply?
No. The scholarship is open to students entering their 2nd year through to Honours or final year in 2027. First-year students are not eligible.
Which degrees are accepted?
Technology-related degrees such as Business Computing, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Informatics, Information Systems and equivalent technology fields.
What happens after I am selected?
Scholars gain access to Investec’s Tech Graduate Programme, mentorship, exposure events, an annual hackathon and work-readiness support throughout their studies.
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