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Toyota Bursary 2027

The Toyota Bursary provides financial support to South African students pursuing selected full-time tertiary qualifications in Commerce, Engineering and Science. The programme is offered by Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) and administered through StudyTrust, with applications for the next academic intake submitted online.

🟢 APPLICATION STATUS: OPEN
Closing date: 30 September 2026
Study year: 2027
Study level: Full-time tertiary study
Fields: Commerce, Engineering and Science
Application: Online via StudyTrust
Administrator: StudyTrust
Last verified: September 2026

IS THE TOYOTA BURSARY OPEN FOR 2027?

Applications are currently open for students seeking funding for the 2027 academic year. StudyTrust lists the application period as running from 1 June to 30 September 2026.

Students who meet the eligibility criteria should complete their applications through the StudyTrust online application platform before the closing date. Applicants are encouraged to apply early rather than waiting until the final day.

WHAT FIELDS OF STUDY DOES THE TOYOTA BURSARY COVER?

The programme supports selected full-time qualifications in Commerce, Engineering and Science. The fields currently listed by StudyTrust include the following:

COMMERCE FIELDS

  • Accounting (Non-CA) – the degree must include Accounting, Taxation, Auditing and Management Accounting
  • Analytics
  • Economics
  • Environmental Science
  • Financial Management
  • Human Resource Management
  • Law (LLB)
  • Marketing Management

ENGINEERING FIELDS

  • Chemical Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Mechatronics Engineering

SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY FIELDS

  • Business Science Analytics
  • Computer Science
  • Information Technology

This makes the programme relevant to students searching for funding in several areas, including Engineering Bursaries South Africa, Marketing Bursaries South Africa, Accounting Bursaries South Africa and IT Bursaries South Africa.

WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE TOYOTA BURSARY?

Applicants must meet the programme’s academic, citizenship and study requirements. The current requirements include:

  • Be a South African citizen.
  • Demonstrate strong academic and leadership potential.
  • Have achieved at least 65% for Mathematics in Matric.
  • Have achieved at least 65% for English in Matric.
  • Have an overall tertiary academic average of at least 65%.
  • Be studying full-time.
  • Be pursuing a qualification in one of the fields supported by the programme.

Meeting the minimum requirements does not automatically mean that an applicant will receive funding. Applications are assessed as part of the programme’s selection process.

DOES THE TOYOTA BURSARY HAVE A HOUSEHOLD INCOME REQUIREMENT?

Applicants are required to provide proof of combined household income as part of the application. However, the current programme information does not publish a specific household-income ceiling as one of the minimum entry requirements.

Applicants should therefore provide the household-income information requested by StudyTrust and follow the current application instructions rather than relying on an income limit published on an older or third-party page.

WHAT DOES THE TOYOTA BURSARY COVER?

The programme provides financial support towards eligible tertiary studies. The exact value and composition of funding should be confirmed against the terms applicable to the successful applicant.

Toyota also links its bursary programme to workplace development, with successful candidates able to receive workplace experience through vacation work and potential exposure to the company’s graduate programme.

Applicants should not assume that every recipient will receive an identical monetary amount or package unless this is confirmed by Toyota or StudyTrust for the relevant intake.

DOES THE TOYOTA BURSARY INCLUDE VACATION WORK?

Yes. Toyota states that successful bursary candidates can receive workplace experience through vacation work.

This provides students with an opportunity to gain exposure to a professional working environment while completing their tertiary studies. It can also help students understand how their academic field is applied within a large automotive organisation.

DOES THE TOYOTA BURSARY LEAD TO A GRADUATE PROGRAMME?

Toyota states that successful bursary candidates may receive potential exposure to its flagship graduate programme.

This does not mean that receiving funding guarantees a graduate position or automatic employment after graduation. The graduate-programme opportunity should instead be understood as part of Toyota’s broader approach to developing future talent.

HOW TO APPLY FOR THE TOYOTA BURSARY?

Applications are submitted online through StudyTrust. Applicants should use the current application platform and follow the instructions provided during the application process.

STEP 1: CHECK YOUR ELIGIBILITY

Confirm that you are a South African citizen, meet the academic requirements, study full-time and are pursuing one of the qualifications supported by the programme.

STEP 2: READ THE STUDYTRUST INSTRUCTIONS

Read the current StudyTrust application instructions before starting. This will help you understand the information and supporting documentation required.

STEP 3: COMPLETE THE ONLINE APPLICATION

Complete the online application with accurate information about your personal circumstances, academic history and tertiary studies.

STEP 4: UPLOAD YOUR SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS

Upload clear copies of the documents requested by StudyTrust. Make sure that the information in your application agrees with the supporting evidence.

STEP 5: SUBMIT BEFORE THE CLOSING DATE

Submit the completed application before 30 September 2026. Applying early is recommended, particularly because online application platforms can become busy close to the deadline.

Apply through the official StudyTrust Toyota application page

APPLICATION WARNING:
Use the current StudyTrust application platform and instructions. Do not rely on an old application form or outdated third-party application link.

WHAT DOCUMENTS ARE NEEDED FOR THE TOYOTA BURSARY?

StudyTrust currently requires applicants to provide supporting documentation as part of the application. The listed documents include:

  • Certified copy of your ID
  • Proof of all academic results to date, including your Grade 12 certificate and full tertiary academic record
  • Proof of combined household income

Applicants should check the current StudyTrust application platform for the latest document instructions before submitting. Requirements can change between application cycles.

WHAT IS THE SELECTION PROCESS FOR THE TOYOTA BURSARY?

The selection process considers whether applicants meet the programme requirements, with academic achievement and leadership potential being important factors.

The minimum academic requirements are a 65% mark for Mathematics and English in Matric and an overall tertiary average of at least 65%. Meeting these requirements does not guarantee that an applicant will be selected, as funding is subject to the programme’s assessment and available opportunities.

WHEN IS THE CLOSING DATE FOR THE TOYOTA BURSARY?

The closing date for applications is 30 September 2026.

StudyTrust lists the application period as running from 1 June to 30 September. Applications submitted after the closing date may not be considered, so eligible students should complete the online process before the deadline.

🟢 APPLICATION DEADLINE
30 September 2026
Apply early and make sure your required supporting documents have been uploaded before submitting.

HOW CAN I CONTACT STUDYTRUST ABOUT THE TOYOTA BURSARY?

StudyTrust administers the application process, so applicants with questions about the application should use the StudyTrust bursary contact details.

For the latest programme information and application instructions, use the official StudyTrust page.

Official Toyota SA Motors information on StudyTrust

WHAT DOES TOYOTA SOUTH AFRICA MOTORS DO?

Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) is the South African operation responsible for Toyota’s automotive activities in the country and the wider Southern African market.

Its activities are centred on the automotive sector, including the manufacture and distribution of vehicles and related products. The organisation’s bursary programme therefore supports students studying in several fields relevant to its business environment, including engineering, technology and commerce.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT THE TOYOTA BURSARY

CAN I APPLY IF I STUDY AT A PRIVATE INSTITUTION?

The current programme information should be checked for the institution requirements applicable to your application. Applicants should not assume that funding is available for every private institution.

DOES THE PROGRAMME ONLY SUPPORT ENGINEERING STUDENTS?

No. Funding is available across selected Commerce, Engineering and Science fields, including Accounting, Law, Marketing Management, Computer Science and Information Technology.

CAN I APPLY FOR OTHER STUDYTRUST BURSARIES?

Yes. StudyTrust states that an application can also be considered for other StudyTrust-managed bursaries for which the applicant qualifies.

DOES RECEIVING FUNDING GUARANTEE A JOB AT TOYOTA?

No. Successful candidates may receive workplace experience and potential exposure to Toyota’s graduate programme, but this should not be treated as a guaranteed graduate position or job.

WHAT IF I MISS THE CLOSING DATE?

If you miss the deadline, do not rely on an old application form. Instead, check whether StudyTrust has reopened applications and explore other bursaries that are still accepting applications.

RELATED BURSARY OPPORTUNITIES

If the programme does not match your qualification, or you want to apply for additional funding opportunities, explore these Grads24 resources:

OFFICIAL TOYOTA SA MOTORS BURSARY SOURCE

StudyTrust is the current administrator responsible for the application process. Its official programme page contains the current information on eligible fields, requirements, application instructions and closing date.

Official Toyota SA Motors information – StudyTrust

StudyTrust Bursaries and Scholarships

SOURCE AND STATUS NOTE:
Grads24 uses the current StudyTrust programme information as the primary source for the eligibility criteria, funded fields, application process and closing date. Requirements and application procedures can change, so applicants should confirm the latest information before applying.

Last verified: September 2026. Programme requirements, application procedures and deadlines can change. Always confirm the latest information with StudyTrust before applying.

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