External Bursaries

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Amazon Recruitment Bursary

Closing Date: Ongoing - No closing date.

StudyTrust, on behalf of Amazon, invites current Computer Science, Computer Engineering, and Software Engineering undergraduate students who will in 2026 be entering into their final year of a three-year degree OR the third year of a four-year degree, to apply for this bursary. Applicants should intend to continue studying for an Honours degree in 2027 (after completing the internship) and have a keen interest in software development engineering.

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BBD Bursary Programme

Closing Date: Not applicable - Available all year round.

Calling all talented students who are currently studying within the Information Technology (IT) field. BBD’s Bursary & Beyond Programme is designed as your opportunity to launch a successful career in software development by providing you with what you need to excel.

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BET Software

Closing Date: 16 September 2025

Candidates meeting the following requirements are eligible to apply - South African citizenship and a completed Matric.

Studying or met admission to study towards a Higher Education qualification in the following ICT-related fields: Information Technology and Information Systems, Computer Science, Information Systems, System and Network Administration, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering and Cybersecurity.

Studying or registered to study at a recognised higher learning Institute in South Africa and achieved a minimum overall average of 65% for the current year of study.

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CareerWise Bursary Services

Closing Date: TBC

Accounting (CA and non-CA), Communications, Computer Science, Economics, Financial Management, Food Technology, Human Resource Management, Information Technology, Information Systems and Marketing Management.

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The Cisco Charitable Foundation Trust South Africa Bursary Programme

Closing Date: 30 September 2025

The Cisco Charitable Foundation Trust South Africa opens call for applicants for bursary programme.

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18TWENTY8 Organisation

Closing Date: TBC

The 18twenty8 bursary programme for the 2025 academic year is open to female students who want to pursue or are pursuing an undergraduate/postgraduate qualification in ANY FIELD OF STUDY.

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For Coloured Girls Bursary Foundation

Closing Date: TBC

Bursary opportunity for mixed race female students. This bursary aims to support and uplift young women in their educational pursuits.

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GABS Bursary Programme

Closing Date: TBC

Bursary opportunity for Computer Science.

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Hollywood Foundation

Closing Date: 16 September 2025

The bursary programme offers full or partial funding for studies in the following fields, depending on academic performance and the area of study.

Finance & Accounting, Digital Marketing / Marketing & Communication, Information Technology & Computing and Data Science.

To qualify, the following criteria must be met: Grade 12 learners: Must have a minimum average of 65%. Current tertiary students: Must have a minimum average of 60% in your most recent results, must be a South African citizen, proof of University application/ acceptance letter.

Additionally, submit a motivation letter outlining why you deserve the bursary and how your chosen qualification aligns with your career goals and personal aspirations.

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Santum

Closing Date: 30 September 2025

We are excited to announce that a bursary opportunity is now open for students pursuing the following qualifications:

Data Sciences, Accounting, Economics, Finance.

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South African Reserve Bank

Closing Date: 30 September 2025

South African Reserve Bank External Bursary Scheme for undergraduate studies.

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The Steve Kearney bursary programme:

Closing Date: TBC

Science and Technology

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TOYOTA SA Motors Bursary

Closing Date: 30 September 2025

Accelerate your success by applying for the Toyota SA Motors Bursary Programme and take the first step towards a promising future. Bursaries will be awarded to students studying full-time in Commerce, Engineering, and Science.

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Vodacom

Closing Date: 31 August 2025

This is an academic Merit Bursary open to fulltime first-year, second-year or third-year students intending to study or are studying towards Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics fields but may lack necessary resources to study further.