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External Bursary Opportunities

Bursary opportunities are offered by some external companies, municipalities and government departments to reward academic excellence or help undergraduate students in need of financial assistance. 

Make the most of these opportunities. Make sure you adhere to the closing dates, and complete all details required. 

We add these opportunities as and when they are received, so check back regularly to see what is on offer. 

Amazon Bursary Programme for aspiring Software Development Engineers

Eligibility Criteria

Field of Study: Pursuing undergraduate degrees in fields related to Computer Science, Computer Engineering, and Software Engineering. Specialisations in Machine Learning or Artificial Intelligence are also eligible.

Key details:

  • Minimum academic requirement: 65% average
  • Final-year students must complete studies by end of 2027
  • Open to South African university students only
  • Successful applicants may qualify for an internship and permanent placement with Amazon starting January 2028
  • Applications open from July and close on 30 September 2025
  • Application link: https://studytrust.org.za/amazon-recruitment-bursaries/

 

Closing Date 30 September 2025

Administered by Study Trust

The Rothschild & Co (South Africa) Foundation Scholarship Application for 2026

Note: this is a full scholarship that covers tuition, textbooks, accommodation, meals, living allowance and other relevant expenses.   

Eligibility Criteria                                       

To be considered for a Rothschild & Co (South Africa) Foundation Scholarship for 2026, students must meet the following criteria:

  • Be a South African citizen
  • Be a third-year student, intending to study an honours degree at UJ or Wits in Accounting Science (Honours or PGDA), Business Science, Actuarial Science, Mathematical Science, Computational & Applied Mathematics, Econometrics, Computer Science, Data Analytics, or an Accounting bridging course (BPTA)
  • Be able to substantiate a need for financial support
  • Have not failed a year of undergraduate studies
  • Have passed 2025 mid-year exams

 

Complete the online application form found here and remember to attach the following supporting documents:

  • ID copy
  • Matric certificate
  • Transcript (first to third year)
  • 2025 mid-year results
  • A short CV
  • Documents confirming financial need (parents’ payslips, affidavit, etc.)
  • Documents confirming community work since commencing studies at university

 

If you require more information on this scholarship, contact Ethel Otobo at ethel.otobo@rothschildandco.com

Closing date: 29 August 2025
Motus Mobility Solutions

Motus Mobility Solutions has opened its external bursary programme and is looking to fund students in their 2nd, 3rd, and 4th years of study. The bursary is available for the following fields:

  • BSc Software Engineering
  • BSc Computer Science
  • BSc Computer Science and Informatics
  • BSc Statistics and Data Science
  • BSc Actuarial Science
  • BSc Mathematical Science

Eligibility Criteria

  • Available to 2nd, 3rd and 4th year.
  • A 70% aggregate in 1st year (certified academic record required)
  • A South African citizen who is studying at a South African university
  • Open to full-time students only
  • Motivational letter
  • Proof of residence
  • Completed application form

 

For a bursary application form, please contact Khanyisile Mhlungu on khanyisilem@motus.co.za or 011 663 7000

Closing date: The closing date for applications is 30 September 2025

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