AWS Skills Development Bursary: Empowering Future Tech Professionals

The AWS Skills Development Bursary is a prestigious program designed to support South African students pursuing studies in fields aligned with the technology sector. The bursary is offered by Amazon Web Services (AWS) and emphasizes academic excellence, financial need, and diversity, prioritizing students with disabilities. Here’s what you need to know:

Fields of Study

This bursary is available to students pursuing undergraduate or postgraduate degrees in:

Computer Science, Engineering, or Information Technology
Commerce (specializing in Accounting and Finance)
Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Civil Engineering
Education (specializing in Math and Science)

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

Be South African citizens
Achieve a minimum of 75% in Mathematics and 65% in English for Matric, or maintain a tertiary average above 65%
Demonstrate strong academic and leadership potential

What the Bursary Covers

The bursary provides full-cost funding, which includes:

Tuition fees
Accommodation or residence expenses
Subsistence allowance
Books and stationery
A personal computer

Application Process

Applications are handled through StudyTrust’s online portal, and the deadline for 2025 applications is 30 November 2024. Only South African citizens are eligible to apply.

This program not only relieves the financial burden for aspiring tech professionals but also equips them to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital economy.

Computer Engineering Bursaries

Computer Science Bursaries

Graphic Design | Game Graphic Bursaries

Informatics | Information System Bursaries

Information Technology Bursaries

Information | Communication Technology Bursaries

Multimedia | Interactive Media Bursaries

Software Engineering | Software Development Bursaries