Key Facts
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Eligibility Requirements
- South African citizen by birth or descent
- Completed Matric
- Studying full-time toward an Actuarial Science degree
- Entering second year of study or higher (not open to first-year students)
- At least 65% in relevant modules and an overall average of 60%
- Leadership skills and extracurricular involvement viewed favourably
Documents Needed
- Certified copy of your South African ID document
- Certified copy of your Matric certificate
- Academic record
- Proof of extracurricular activities, if applicable
About Liberty Life Bursary
Liberty funds a bursary for South African students studying full-time toward an Actuarial Science degree. As one of South Africa's major life insurance and investment groups, Liberty relies on a steady pipeline of actuaries to price risk and manage its policyholder funds, and created the bursary to secure that talent early.
Unlike many corporate bursaries that leave employment as a possibility, Liberty's Actuarial Science bursary comes with a guarantee: successful bursars are guaranteed employment at Liberty once they graduate, making it one of the more career-certain bursaries on this site.
Funding Details
The bursary provides comprehensive coverage for tuition fees, accommodation, meals, and potentially a travel allowance. Most notably, recipients are guaranteed employment at Liberty once they complete their degree.
Where You Can Study
You need to be studying at a recognised and accredited South African university. Liberty doesn't publish a narrow list of approved institutions beyond that requirement, so most accredited universities offering Actuarial Science should qualify.
About Liberty Life
Liberty Life is one of South Africa's leading life insurance and investment groups, offering life cover, financial planning, and asset management services from its head office in Braamfontein, Johannesburg. The company w…
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- Liberty Life Centre, 1 Ameshoff Street, Braamfontein, Johannesburg, 2000
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- 0860 456 789
Fields of Study & Who Can Apply
You need to be a South African citizen by birth or descent who has completed Matric, studying full-time toward an Actuarial Science degree at a recognised South African university, and entering your second year of study or higher - Liberty doesn't fund first-year students through this bursary. You'll need at least 65% in relevant modules and an overall average of 60%.
Because actuarial roles depend on more than just marks, Liberty also looks favourably on applicants who can show leadership skills and participation in extracurricular activities.
Application Procedure
Apply directly with the provider using the official application link below, before the closing date.
Applications for this cycle have closed. Check the provider's site for the next intake.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which qualification does the Liberty Life Bursary fund?
Actuarial Science, studied full-time.
Can first-year students apply?
No - you need to be entering your second year of study or higher.
What marks do I need?
At least 65% in relevant modules and an overall average of 60%.
Is a job guaranteed after graduation?
Yes - successful bursars are guaranteed employment at Liberty once they graduate.
What does the bursary cover?
Tuition fees, accommodation, meals, and potentially a travel allowance.
Does extracurricular involvement matter?
Yes - Liberty views leadership skills and extracurricular activities favourably, alongside your academic results.
How do I apply?
Register a profile on Liberty's careers site, then complete the online application with certified supporting documents.
When do applications close?
31 August 2026.
