SARB Opens 2027 Bursary Applications for Aspiring Economists
The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) has opened applications for its 2027 bursary program for students pursuing economics-related degrees. The initiative aims to address local skills shortages by providing financial support to academically high-performing students in need.
Why it matters
This program serves as a critical bridge for students to enter the financial sector, helping to build human capital in the South African economy.
The bursaries form part of SARB's efforts to address South Africa's shortage of specialised skills while making higher education more accessible to students who may struggle to fund their studies. The central bank makes a number of external scholarships and bursaries available each year under its corporate social initiatives and External Bursary Scheme.
SARB's Economic Research Department, working with the SARB Academy, is inviting prospective undergraduate students interested in economics-related qualifications to apply for the competitive bursaries. Eligible fields include economics, economics and econometrics, economics and mathematical statistics, and economic science.
Applicants need provisional acceptance into an undergraduate degree in economics at a recognised institution. Proof of acceptance, including a student number, must be provided with the application along with examination results and other required supporting documents.
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