Toyota South Africa Motors is inviting academically strong South African students to apply for the Toyota SA Motors Bursary for the 2027 academic year. The bursary is aimed at talented students who are studying full-time in selected fields within Commerce, Engineering and Science.
The bursary programme is more than financial support. It helps students continue their studies while also preparing them for the world of work. Successful applicants may also get exposure to workplace learning through vacation work and possible access to Toyota’s graduate programme.
Toyota SA Motors Bursary 2027 Closing Date
Applications for the Toyota SA Motors Bursary are open from 01 June to 30 September.
Students who want to be considered for funding for the 2027 academic year should submit their applications before the closing date.
Fields of Study Covered by the Toyota Bursary
The Toyota SA Motors Bursary is available to full-time students studying selected qualifications in Commerce, Engineering and Science.
Commerce
Students in the following Commerce-related fields may apply:
- Accounting, excluding CA stream
- Analytics
- Economics
- Environmental Science
- Financial Management
- Human Resource Management
- Law, LLB
- Marketing Management
For Accounting students, the degree must include Accounting, Taxation, Auditing and Management Accounting.
Engineering
The bursary also supports students studying in the following engineering fields:
- Chemical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mechatronics Engineering
- Business Science Analytics
- Computer Science
- Information Technology
Science
Students in the following Science and technology-related fields may also apply:
Who Can Apply for the Toyota SA Motors Bursary?
To qualify for the Toyota SA Motors Bursary, applicants must be South African citizens and must show strong academic performance.
Applicants must have achieved at least 65% for Mathematics and English in Matric.
Students who are already studying at tertiary level must have an overall academic average of 65% or higher.
Required Documents
Applicants should prepare the following documents before applying:
- Certified copy of ID
- Grade 12 certificate
- Full tertiary academic record, where applicable
- Proof of combined household income
Make sure all documents are clear, correct and uploaded before submitting the application. Incomplete applications may not be considered.
How to Apply for the Toyota SA Motors Bursary 2027
Applications must be completed online through the StudyTrust application platform.
When applying, students must provide accurate personal details, academic information and household income details. Supporting documents must also be uploaded before the application is submitted.
Students are encouraged to apply early and avoid waiting until the last day.
Why This Bursary Is a Great Opportunity
The Toyota SA Motors Bursary is a valuable opportunity for students who want to build careers in high-demand fields such as engineering, business, science, technology, analytics and law.
University costs can be a major challenge for many families. This bursary can help reduce financial pressure while also giving students a chance to focus more on their studies.
The added possibility of vacation work and future graduate programme exposure makes this opportunity even more useful for students who want practical workplace experience.
Important Application Tips
Before submitting your application, make sure that:
- Your ID copy is certified and clear
- Your latest academic results are included
- Your household income proof is uploaded
- Your contact details are correct
- You apply before 30 September
- All information is accurate before submission
Final Reminder
Students studying Commerce, Engineering and Science should take advantage of this opportunity. The Toyota SA Motors Bursary 2027 application period runs from 01 June to 30 September.
Apply as early as possible and make sure all required documents are submitted correctly.
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