Published: 10 May 2026
Overview
Company: Discovery Ltd
Faculty: Faculties of Economics
Type: Undergraduates
Posted: 10 May 2026
Expires: 18 May 2026
About the company
Discovery is a South African financial services group specializing in health insurance, life insurance, and wellness programmes.
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility is based on citizenship, academic performance, and financial need as outlined by the bursary provider.
South African citizenship with a valid ID
Matric certificate or current Grade 12 results
Must be between 16 - 25 years
Must not be funded at the time of application
Minimum academic performance (often 60%+ in key subjects)
Documents
Reference letters and transcripts provide credibility and evidence of past performance.
Police clearance certificate
Passport photo
Matric certificate or latest school results
Bank account confirmation letter
Tertiary transcripts or qualification certificates
Bursary Benefits/Covers
Bursaries typically cover tuition, registration, study materials, and sometimes accommodation or living allowances.
Accommodation (on-campus or private)
Textbooks and study materials
Meals or food allowance
Full or partial tuition fees
Registration fees
Bursary Rules
Recipients must maintain academic progress, comply with bursary conditions, and use funds only for approved study costs.
Some bursaries require community service or work-back contracts
Must pass all modules each semester
Students must inform the bursary provider if they change courses
Must provide progress reports or transcripts annually
Recipients must maintain academic progress, comply with bursary conditions, and use funds only for approved study costs.
Please note
Alternatively you can check your bursary status on the online portals.