Toyota South Africa Motors is inviting academically strong South African students to apply for its bursary programme for the next academic year. The bursary supports full-time studies in selected Commerce, Engineering and Science fields, while also offering potential workplace exposure through vacation work and Toyota’s graduate development pathway.
Applications must be completed online through StudyTrust before 30 September to be considered for funding for the next academic year.
For students who want financial support and a possible bridge into the world of work, this bursary offers more than study funding.
What Is The Toyota SA Motors Bursary?
The Toyota SA Motors Bursary Fund was created to support communities and help develop emerging talent with strong academic performance and commitment.
Toyota says the bursary is part of its vision to influence the future of mobility in Africa and beyond.
The programme is not only about financial support. It also aims to help bridge the gap between tertiary education and the workplace through possible vacation work and exposure to Toyota’s flagship graduate programme.
Who Can Apply For The Toyota SA Motors Bursary?
Applicants must meet the minimum entry requirements before applying.
To qualify, applicants must:
- Be South African citizens
- Show strong academic and leadership potential
- Have achieved at least 65% for Mathematics in Matric
- Have achieved at least 65% for English in Matric
- Have achieved an overall tertiary average of 65% and above
- Be pursuing full-time study in one of the funded fields
Students should make sure their qualification matches the listed fields before starting the online application.
Which Commerce Qualifications Are Funded?
Toyota SA Motors supports selected Commerce-related qualifications.
Commerce fields include:
- Accounting Non-CA, where the degree includes Accounting, Taxation, Auditing and Management Accounting
- Analytics
- Economics
- Environmental Science
- Financial Management
- Human Resource Management
- Law, including LLB
- Marketing Management
These fields are suitable for students interested in business, finance, people management, law, marketing, sustainability and data-driven commercial decision-making.
Which Engineering Qualifications Are Funded?
The bursary also supports several Engineering fields.
Engineering fields include:
- Chemical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mechatronics Engineering
These fields are closely linked to manufacturing, mobility, operations, infrastructure, systems and technical innovation.
Engineering students should use their application to show both academic strength and practical interest in solving real-world technical problems.
Which Science Qualifications Are Funded?
Toyota SA Motors also funds selected Science and technology-related qualifications.
Science fields include:
- Business Science Analytics
- Computer Science
- Information Technology
These fields are especially relevant for students interested in analytics, digital systems, software, technology and data-driven business solutions.
What Documents Must Applicants Upload?
Applicants must upload supporting documents when completing the StudyTrust online application.
Required documents include:
- Certified copy of ID
- Proof of all academic results to date
- Grade 12 certificate
- Full tertiary academic record
- Proof of combined household income
All documents should be clear, readable and uploaded in the correct section of the application platform.
Missing or unclear documents can weaken the application.
Itumeleng’s Insider Tip: Do not treat this as a basic funding form. Toyota is looking for academic and leadership potential, so your application should show performance, direction and interest in how your field connects to mobility, manufacturing, business or technology.
How Can Students Apply Online?
Applications must be completed through StudyTrust’s online application platform.
Students must submit their application through the official Toyota SA Motors Bursary application page.
Applicants should carefully read the instructions before starting and upload all required supporting documents.
Your application may also be considered for other StudyTrust-managed bursaries you qualify for.
When Do Applications Close?
The application season runs from 01 June to 30 September.
Students who want to be considered for bursary funding for the next academic year must complete their online application before the closing date.
Early applications are recommended because academic records, income proof and certified documents can take time to prepare.
Why Is This Bursary Worth Considering?
The Toyota SA Motors Bursary is valuable because it supports students in fields that are important to South Africa’s future economy.
It covers study areas linked to engineering, commerce, analytics, technology, finance, law, marketing and science.
The possible exposure to vacation work and Toyota’s graduate programme also gives students a stronger connection between university study and future employment.
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Final Thoughts
The Toyota SA Motors Bursary 2027 is a strong opportunity for academically capable South African students studying in selected Commerce, Engineering and Science fields.
Applicants must have strong academic results, including at least 65% for Mathematics and English in Matric, and a tertiary average of 65% and above.
Students who meet the requirements should prepare their documents early and submit their online application before 30 September.
