Sanlam Actuarial Bursaries

Date: 30 May 2026

Location: Bellville, WC, ZA

Company: Sanlam Group

Who Are We?

Looking ahead, Sanlam Life and Savings aims to support both individual and company customers across South Africa, while sharpening its position within the local landscape. This division operates through three parts: Sanlam Corporate, Sanlam Retail Mass, and Sanlam Retail Affluent. Shaping the path forward, the Sanlam Life and Savings Office guides these groups, aligns efforts, offers backing, and oversees key processes. From this center, governance functions step in – including independent reviews – making sure each part moves steadily toward shared goals.

Matriculants and actuarial students

One hundred years ago, this work began – shaping what comes next has always been at the core. Not just tasks, but craftsmanship guides how we move through each day. Focused effort shows in every choice made. Confidence grows when support runs deep.

Actuarial Bursaries

Mastering any craft means knowing help matters just as much as skill. A person grows strong when others stand beside them. Learning comes easier with someone to guide the way. Strength in work often starts with quiet backing. True expertise leans on those who lift it up.

For this reason, support goes to those already studying Actuarial Science – whether in first, second, or third year – and also to future learners starting the course in 2027.

Who Are We Looking For

Undergraduate Studies

Year one, two, or three Actuarial Science student? South African citizen studying full time? Good grades matter. So does drive. That mix – that is what fits here.

School Leaving Learners Who Intend to Study Actuarial Science in 2027

Someone who loves cracking tough math puzzles might fit right in. Stay sharp, stay patient, work hard over time – that kind of drive stands out. Tough questions? Long hours? Those don’t scare you. That mindset is exactly what matters here.

Here Is What You Get From Us

• Tuition and accommodation fees
• General allowance (Books and pocket money)
• Mentoring and academic support from Sanlam actuarial professionals
• Vacation work and networking opportunities with Sanlam staff
• Graduates will find a job once they finish their courses
• Continued support and payment towards actuarial board exams
• Range of work rotation opportunities across a broad spectrum of disciplines

Required Documents

Undergraduate Studies

• Full academic Transcripts
• A receipt showing your sign-up might be needed. Or maybe a paper that says what you owe
• Copy of matric certificate
• Copy of ID
• A full picture of school achievements shows up right away. Outside class, different interests add color. Taking charge in groups builds real experience. What you study matters most. Activities after lessons tell another story. Leading others fits into the bigger plan

A reason behind your request, explaining what follows next. Why you’re reaching out now matters just as much as what comes after:

• In your own words, can you describe what an actuary does?
• Why do you want to study actuarial science?
• What makes you think you’re right for a career in actuarial work?
• Why should Sanlam choose you to be a bursary holder?
• Should things not work out with being an actuary, which jobs might catch your interest instead?

School Leaving Learners Who Intend to Study Actuarial Science in 2027

• Final 2025 Grade 11 Results
• Grade 12 mid-year 2026 results
• Results from NBT, when they exist
• Twelve’s last marks could tip the scale. Outcome of year twelve might influence choices. How a student finishes grade twelve can shape what happens next. The end result in twelfth grade sometimes decides the path. Performance at the close of high school often matters when decisions are made
• A strong result in Math, topping ninety, shapes the core of this record. That mark pulls the full grade up toward an A. High performance here matters most. Success across subjects follows from that single strength. One standout area lifts everything else along with it
• A full overview of achievements in education shows effort beyond the classroom. Work outside studies adds depth to experience. Leading groups has shaped how challenges are met

What drives you to apply? Share what matters here:

• In your own words, can you describe what an actuary does?
• What makes actuarial science stand out to you?
• What makes you think you’re right for a career in actuarial work?
• Why should Sanlam choose you to be a bursary holder?
• Should things not work out with being an actuary, what else might catch your interest? What path could make sense if that door closes? Suppose the numbers route fades – where then? When plan A slips away, what takes its place in your thoughts? Not landing that role – what next steps feel right? In case it doesn’t stick, where else would you turn? Failing to get through – what feels like a fit after? If the math world says no, what pulls you instead?

How Do You Apply?

Start your application online. Include every document mentioned earlier, just as detailed at the top.

Change moves fast here – we keep up without hesitation. When handing out bursaries, skill matters most, though fairness guides every choice behind the scenes.

Keep in mind, every form must go through the website. Emails won’t work, nor will late entries past the deadline. If nothing arrives from us before October 1, 2026, it means we went with someone else.

Closing Date: 30 June 2026

Out front, fairness shapes how Sanlam builds teams across its operations. Because variety in voices leads to stronger outcomes, effort flows into making space where everyone belongs. Right through hiring steps, goals tied to fair representation guide choices made behind the scenes.