The Investec app and Investec Online are the quick and easy way to manage your money wherever you are and whenever works for you, as long as you’ve got access to the internet. We put you completely in control of your finances, allowing you to check your balance, send money, and pay bills. And that’s not all.
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What you can do with the Investec app
Stay in control on the go
Our banking app gives you access to day-to-day banking, like sending money, managing beneficiaries and checking balances. You can even query transactions if you need to.
Manage passwords and PINs
Easily access your PIN from your app by sending a text reminder to you phone. You can also reset your online account password if you’ve forgotten it. Just set up the app so you can log in with fingerprint ID or Face ID enabled mobile device and you’ll be able to unlock your blocked account and change your password at any time.
What you can do with Investec Online
Day-to-day banking
You’ll be able to monitor and manage all your daily banking and investment activity in just a few clicks, as well as pay bills and send money.
Statements
View and download recent statements to keep track of all your income and expenditure.
International payments
Our online payments facility allows you to set up and save international beneficiaries and when sending money outside the UK you can send up to the value of £20,000 per transaction.
My Briefcase
Access electronic copies of your important documents from wherever you are in the world, with the peace of mind that they are safe behind Investec’s secure digital wall.
Activate
We need to activate your account. Once you receive your Investec ID, call us on 0330 123 3655 (or +44 207 597 4131) to activate. We’ll then send you a temporary password by text to the mobile number you provided in your application.
Log in
Once you’ve received your temporary password you can log in to Investec Online by visiting investec.co.uk, selecting the Log in button and choosing Investec Online.
Log in with your Investec ID and the temporary password we sent you by text. You’ll then need to change your password and set up your telephone banking security details. You’ll only need to do this once.
Download the app
Once you’ve completed your first log in to Investec Online, you will be able to download and use the Investec App.
Logging in
Each time you log in to Investec Online you’ll need your Investec ID and password. In addition we’ll send you a one-time password by text to your phone when you log in from your desktop, so please don’t forget to have your mobile phone to hand.
If you already have an Investec Online account, you don’t need to follow the steps above. Instead just log in using your existing Investec ID and password and follow the instructions on screen to link your accounts. You will be able to see all your Investec accounts in one place when you log in.
Setting your password
We have removed the keypad and passphrase. You can now log into Investec Online with a more secure password.
To increase the strength of your password, it will require more than eight characters and a combination of letters and numbers.
Your username and current password will continue to work until it is changed through the website or the Client Support Centre.
Once you have entered your username and password, you will receive a text with a One-Time-Password (OTP), which will give you access to your account.
For more information and tips on how to protect yourself from fraud, visit our Security Centre.
Online security
Your security is our priority. Integrated second-factor authentication ensures that your account remains safe, but won’t be inconvenient to access.
Easy set-up
It won’t take long to be set up with Investec Online and the Investec App when you open your account. If you’re an existing client and still need to activate Investec Online for your account, just give us a call.
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Overview of Public Universities in South Africa
Here's an overview of some public universities in South Africa, including general admissions requirements and estimated application periods. Keep in mind, specific program requirements and dates can vary significantly, so it's important to check each university's official website for the most current information.
University of Pretoria
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with minimum scores in specific subjects related to the chosen program; for international students, equivalent qualifications.
- Application Period: Usually opens in March and closes at the end of July for most programs.
University of Cape Town
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with pass levels required for degree study; subject-specific requirements depending on the program.
- Application Period: Application opens in April and closes at the end of July.
Stellenbosch University
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with required marks; some programs have additional testing.
- Application Period: Opens in March and typically closes at the end of June.
University of the Witwatersrand
- Admissions Requirements: Matriculation certificate with university exemption; required scores vary by faculty.
- Application Period: Begins in March and ends on the 30th of September.
University of Johannesburg
- Admissions Requirements: Matric exemption with a minimum APS score; specific subject requirements based on the faculty.
- Application Period: Opens in April and generally closes by the 30th of September.
University of the Free State
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with specific marks for the program applied to; additional requirements for certain courses.
- Application Period: Typically opens in April and closes at the end of August.
University of Venda
- Admissions Requirements: Completion of the National Senior Certificate with an endorsement for diploma or degree studies; specific APS scores needed.
- Application Period: Usually from May to September.
University of Fort Hare
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with university exemption; certain programs may have specific requirements.
- Application Period: Opens around May and closes at the end of September.
University of the Western Cape
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with specific performance levels; additional requirements for certain programs.
- Application Period: Generally from May to September.
North-West University
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with university exemption; program-specific requirements may apply.
- Application Period: Opens in March and usually closes by the end of August.
Rhodes University
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate or equivalent; minimum academic performance in certain subjects.
- Application Period: Applications open in April and close at the end of September.
Nelson Mandela University
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with required scores for chosen programs; portfolio or additional tests for some faculties.
- Application Period: Opens in April, with a deadline at the end of August for most programs.
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with specific scores; additional requirements for certain courses.
- Application Period: Opens in May and typically closes by the end of September.
University of Limpopo
- Admissions Requirements: Senior Certificate with endorsement for diploma or degree courses; specific APS scores for different programs.
- Application Period: From April to September.
University of Zululand
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with an endorsement for bachelor’s degree studies; specific score requirements for various programs.
- Application Period: Usually between April and November.
Central University of Technology
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with specific scores for the chosen field of study; additional criteria for certain programs.
- Application Period: Application period generally starts in May and ends in October.
Vaal University of Technology
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with a pass that qualifies for admission to bachelor’s degree, diploma, or higher certificate programs.
- Application Period: Typically from May to September.
Walter Sisulu University
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with required scores for chosen programs; additional criteria for certain faculties.
- Application Period: From April to September.
This list provides a starting point for understanding the admissions landscape across South Africa's diverse higher education institutions. Given the variability in programs and requirements, it's crucial to consult each university's website for the most accurate and up-to-date information.