AWS Skills Development Bursary

The AWS Skills Development Bursary by StudyTrust provides full-cost bursaries to prospective South African students pursuing relevant degrees in IT and related fields. This initiative supports academic excellence, financial need, and specific priorities like students with disabilities, those from LEAP Science Schools, or former AWS interns. The bursary covers tuition, accommodation, subsistence, stationery, books, and a personal computer, with selection based on merit and eligibility criteria.⁠​‌‌‌‌​​​‌‌​​​‌‌‌​‌‌‌‌‌​‌​​​‌‌‌‌‌⁠

What it offers

• Full-cost bursary covering tuition, residence/accommodation, subsistence, stationery, books, and a personal computer.
• Priority for students with disabilities, LEAP Science and Maths Schools, and AWS former interns.
• Mentorship and talent development support through StudyTrust.

Who can apply

Applicants must be South African citizens with:

• A minimum 65% average in Matric (65% in Mathematics and English HL/FAL).
• A current university average above 65% (for university students).
• Eligible for undergraduate or postgraduate degrees in specified fields (see below).

What you'll do

• Study full-time in an eligible degree program (e.g., Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Commerce, or related fields).
• Engage with mentorship and talent development programs provided by StudyTrust.

How to apply

1. Apply online through StudyTrust’s platform during the application season (01 June to 16 October).
2. Submit required documents (see below).
3. Ensure eligibility meets minimum academic and citizenship criteria.

Good to know

• Application deadline: 16 October (extended).
• Eligible programs: Undergraduate (Computer Science, Engineering, IT, Commerce, Education in Maths/Science) or postgraduate (Honours, PG Diploma, Masters in Computer Science/Engineering/IT).
• Disability students may apply for all programs.
• No explicit currency or amount stated for benefits (benefits are described as "full cost" without monetary value).