Mazars South Africa Bursary
Forvis Mazars South Africa
Mazars South Africa Bursary is bursary offered by Forvis Mazars South Africa to South African students studying towards qualifications in accounting, commerce. The funder has not published a fixed closing date for this cycle, so check the official page regularly.
Bursaries for accounting students who intend to serve articles and qualify as chartered accountants.
The sections below set out who qualifies, what the award covers, which documents you need to prepare and where to submit your application. Every detail is taken from the funder's own published information, and the apply link sends you straight to their official page rather than to a third-party form.
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Closing date
Check the official page for the closing date
Provinces
All provinces
Study levels
Undergraduate
Citizenship
South African
Institutions
Any accredited SA institution
Verified by our editorial team· last checked 3 Oct 2026
This funder does not publish a public online application form. The link above takes you to their official bursary page, where the current application instructions, forms and email address are posted.
Our assessment of this opportunity
Forvis Mazars South Africa is funding a scarce-skills field, which usually means a large applicant pool and marks-driven shortlisting. In our experience, applicants who submit early with a certified latest results statement and a clear career link to the funder's operations get further than those relying on the motivation letter alone.
Most company bursaries in South Africa come with a work-back obligation, typically one year of employment for each year funded. Before you accept, confirm the length of the obligation, where you may be placed and what happens if you fail a module, because repaying a bursary in full is a real risk for students who change course.
Forvis Mazars South Africa does not publish a fixed closing date, which often means applications open for a short window. Bookmark the official page and check it monthly so you do not miss the intake.
There is no public online form linked here, so applications may be by email or only when a call is announced. Never pay anyone to "fast-track" this application; legitimate funders do not charge fees.
Written by the SA Bursary Hub Editorial Team based on the funder's published criteria and our experience reviewing South African funding programmes.
About this bursary
Forvis Mazars South Africa offers bursaries for South African students pursuing undergraduate studies in Accounting and Commerce. This opportunity is specifically designed for individuals who aspire to become chartered accountants and are committed to serving articles after completing their qualifications. The bursary aims to support students across all provinces, helping them to achieve their academic and professional goals within the accounting sector. It is ideal for dedicated students looking for support in their journey towards a professional accounting career.
Eligibility
Applicants must be South African citizens. The bursary is open to students across all provinces who are enrolled in or applying for undergraduate studies in Accounting or Commerce. A primary requirement is the intention to serve articles and qualify as a chartered accountant following graduation. Specific minimum academic grade requirements are not provided in the available facts, so students should confirm these on the official Forvis Mazars South Africa application page.
Requirements
To be considered for the Forvis Mazars South Africa bursary, prospective applicants should be pursuing or planning to pursue an undergraduate qualification in Accounting or Commerce. A clear intention to serve articles and ultimately qualify as a chartered accountant is essential. While no specific minimum grade is detailed, strong academic performance is generally expected for such programmes. Students should prepare to demonstrate their commitment to a career in accounting.
Required documents
Students applying for bursaries of this nature typically need to prepare several documents. These often include a certified copy of their South African identity document. Academic records, such as certified copies of latest school results or university transcripts, are usually required. A curriculum vitae and a motivational letter outlining career aspirations, particularly the intention to become a chartered accountant, are also commonly requested. Always check the official application portal for a comprehensive list.
Benefits
This bursary from Forvis Mazars South Africa provides funding for undergraduate studies. While the specific funding amount is not stated, it is indicated that the bursary does not offer full funding. The programme supports students on their path to becoming chartered accountants by assisting with study costs. There is an expectation for successful applicants to serve articles upon completion of their studies; however, no specific work-back obligation beyond this is detailed in the provided facts.
How to apply
To apply for the Forvis Mazars South Africa bursary, students should navigate to the official Forvis Mazars South Africa careers or bursary section on their website. Look for specific instructions and an application form. Ensure you have all required documents ready and certified before starting the application process. It is crucial to confirm the closing date for applications directly on their official application page, as this detail is not provided here. Submit your application well in advance of the deadline to avoid any last-minute issues.
Qualification levels
Contact
Forvis Mazars South Africa handles enquiries directly, use the official application page above to get in touch.
Official source and what we could not confirm
Everything above comes from Forvis Mazars South Africa's own published material. SA Bursary Hub is an independent information site: we do not award this funding and applications are submitted only through the official channel below.
- Official application page: https://www.forvismazars.com/za/en/why-join-us/graduate-and-student-opportunities
- Organisation website: https://www.forvismazars.com/za
Not published by the funder at the time of checking, so we have not shown it: a confirmed closing date, the exact value of the award, a public contact email address. We do not estimate missing details, ask the funder directly if you need them.
Requirements and dates can change during the year, so confirm the full criteria and closing date on the official page before you submit.
SA Bursary Hub editorial team
This listing was written by a person and checked against the funder's own published material before it went live. Last reviewed 3 Oct 2026. How we verify information.
Plan your application
Use this checklist with the verified details above. The official Forvis Mazars South Africa application page remains the final source for criteria, documents and dates.
Check your fit first
- Your registered or intended course appears within the listed fields: accounting, commerce. Confirm the exact course name on the official page.
- Your study level matches one of the listed levels: Undergraduate.
- You meet the listed location requirement: all provinces.
Prepare the requested evidence
Use the required-documents section above as your checklist. Open every uploaded file to confirm it is readable and follows the portal's format and size rules.
Work backwards from the deadline
No closing date is shown here. Check the official page before starting and do not assume the opportunity is open throughout the year.
Confirm before you submit
- The web address belongs to Forvis Mazars South Africa or its named application provider.
- The bursary title, closing date and intake year match this listing.
- You understand what is funded and any conditions attached to an award.
- You never pay a person who promises to secure or prioritise an application.