Old Mutual Actuarial Bursary

• Full tuition.
• Accommodation with meals.
• General allowance and books allowance.
• Travel allowance where applicable.
• Incentives for good performance.
• Academic and emotional support.
• Vacation work from second year of study.
• Networking opportunities.
• Mentoring by an experienced, qualified actuary and an in-house rotation programme across all areas of the business.
• Guaranteed employment at Old Mutual on completing the degree.

• 2027 bursary applications: April to 30 June 2026 (closed).

1. Complete the online screening application form on the Old Mutual bursary page, giving your personal details, a high-level CV and academic results for key subjects.
2. If you meet the minimum requirements, complete the online gamified psychometric assessment.
3. Complete the digital application form emailed to you, explaining why you chose the Old Mutual bursary and why you want to study Actuarial Science.
4. Attend a live video interview on Microsoft Teams, answering questions about times you used specific skills (the STAR method) and your interest in an actuarial career.

Applications are made through the Old Mutual Actuarial bursary page. Feedback is given at each stage.

• A high-level CV.
• Academic results for key matric or university subjects, submitted with the online screening form.

• Online screening form checked against the minimum academic requirements.
• Candidates who pass the screening complete an online gamified psychometric assessment.
• Shortlisted candidates complete a digital application form on their motivation for the bursary and for Actuarial Science.
• Final stage is a live video interview assessing past behaviour and genuine interest in the career.
• Feedback is given to candidates at each stage of the process.