Hey future game-changers! Ready to kickstart your career in the exciting world of insurance? The Insurance Sector Student Fund (ISSF) Bursary 2026, brought to you by INSETA, is now open for applications! This isn’t just any bursary; it’s a fantastic opportunity to get funded for your undergraduate or postgraduate studies in fields crucial to the insurance industry.
The ISSF Bursary is a co-funded scheme designed to empower talented South African students like you to pursue academic programmes across the entire insurance value chain. Whether you’re dreaming of a career in Law, Engineering, or Economic and Management Sciences, this bursary could be your ticket to success!
Who Can Apply?
This bursary is open to South African citizens pursuing or planning to pursue undergraduate or postgraduate studies in fields vital to the insurance sector. Specifically, if your studies fall under the:
- Faculty of Law
- Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and IT
- Faculty of Economic and Management Science
…then you’re exactly who they’re looking for! The fund welcomes applications from various individuals and institutions, including Higher Education Institutions (HEIs), companies (Co-Funders), and even unemployed or employed individuals from the South African public.
What Does It Cover?
While the exact coverage details are best confirmed in the official advert (linked below!), the ISSF Bursary is designed to support academic programmes across the insurance value chain. It’s a co-funded scheme, meaning it partners with different stakeholders to ensure comprehensive support for your studies, whether you’re at an undergraduate or postgraduate level. This bursary aims to ease the financial burden of tuition and related study costs, helping you focus on achieving academic excellence in your chosen field.
How to Apply?
Applying for the ISSF Bursary is straightforward, but make sure you use the correct form for your situation! Here’s what you need to do:
- First, we highly recommend reading the detailed official advert and the list of priority occupations to ensure you meet all requirements and understand the scope of the bursary:
- Once you’ve got all the info, choose the application form that applies to you:
- Section A: For Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) & Strategic Implementation Partners – Apply Here
- Section B: For Co-Funders (Employers/Companies) – Apply Here
- Section C: For South African Public (Unemployed & Employed Individuals) – Apply Here
- Fill out your chosen form completely and accurately.
- Submit your application before the deadline.
Remember, the closing date for applications is 20 October 2025. Don’t wait until the last minute! Applications received after this date will not be considered. If you don’t hear back within 60 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.
If this incredible opportunity sounds like the perfect fit for your academic and career goals, then what are you waiting for? Apply now and take the first step towards a bright future in the insurance industry! Want to explore more amazing funding options? Head over to Bursaries Room for more bursaries!
